‘Return of Swamp Thing’ (1989) an improvement, but still terrible
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): This sequel is terrible, but at least it’s better than the original.
Superhero Movies
‘Return of Swamp Thing’ (1989) an improvement, but still terrible
‘Constantine’ (2005) tries to become Reeves’ next franchise
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): “Constantine” turns to the ultimate superhero text in search of Reeves’ next franchise.
‘Blade: Trinity’ (2004) closes trilogy with humor, fun
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): This fun trilogy capper launches Ryan Reynolds’ trifecta of superhero roles.
‘Supergirl’ (1984) doesn’t quite get off the ground
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): This Helen Slater-starrer picks up momentum, but doesn’t quite get off the ground.
‘Swamp Thing’ (1982) sinks straight into the muck
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): Wes Craven writes and directs this loose comic adaptation straight into the muck.
‘Watchmen’ (2009) a complex, engrossing adaptation
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): Snyder’s film is a complex, engrossing adaptation of the legendary graphic novel.
‘Super’ (2010) subversively funny, shockingly violent
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): James Gunn’s indie-style film is as subversively funny as it is shockingly violent.
‘Brightburn’ turns ‘Superman’ into a gory nightmare
Movie review: This James Gunn-produced film turns “Superman” into a gory parental nightmare.
‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’ punches up Jean’s tragic fall
Movie review: The “X-Men” saga gets a do-over thanks to the magic of alternate timelines. This is an improvement on “Last Stand.”
‘Hellboy II: The Golden Army’ (2008) enters fantasy and steampunk realm
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): The saga enters a fantasy and steampunk realm for the rockin’ sequel.