"Black Panther" is not “just a superhero movie.” It’s a black superhero film, directed and written by black people, for everyone, but with black people in mind. Read on
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“Creed” takes you back to the streets where it all began, but with a modern day twist. You cannot walk into this movie without knowing what happened in the original “Rocky” film series that first started in 1976. You will lose the depth and magnitude of the story. If you watched the original series or… Read on
As we wade through this age of constant sequels, prequels and remakes, it’s refreshing to experience a movie, based on another, that stands on its own two feet. If you are willing to take a break from feasting this turkey day, then expect enticing and hard-hitting (pun full intended) action in “Creed,” thanks to director… Read on
“Rocky” fans will not be disappointed by “Creed,” the latest movie in the franchise when it hits theaters on November 25. This movie combines the classic fighting spirit of the original “Rocky” from 1976 and a new age urban twist. The story takes place back in the roots of Philly, where Adonis Creed (played by Michael B.… Read on
Sequels and spinoffs are generally the most difficult pieces of entertainment to produce. This is mostly due to the incredibly risky and potentially futile idea of creating something better than the original. Spinoffs and sequels are often failures such as “Mean Girls 2,” “Teen Titans Go!” and “Sharknado 2: The Second One.” The reason all… Read on
Bursting with enough energy, spirit, powerful emotion and pure brilliance to match or even top the original 1976 Best Picture Oscar winner “Rocky,” the newest entry in the nearly 40-year franchise is a more than worthy follow-up. The film follows the story of the son of the legendary boxer Apollo Creed, Adonis Creed, as he moves… Read on