‘X-Men Origins: Wolverine’ (2009) isn’t as great as I thought it was
‘X-Men’ flashback (Movie review): The first “X-Men” solo spinoff film isn’t as great as I thought on first viewing.
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‘X-Men: First Class’ (2011) rejuvenates the saga
‘X-Men’ flashback (Movie review): The first entry — in terms of the timeline — rejuvenates the saga.
Taking a stand against plot holes, or: How the heck did Lester sneak back in to his hospital room?
TV and movie commentary: The “X-Men” saga and recent episodes of “Fargo,” “Hannibal” and “24: Live Another Day” have suffered from plot holes.
‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ balances epic scope with character drama
Movie review: Just enjoy the ride and don’t think too hard about this timeline-jumping film.
‘Wish I Was Here’ and 9 other movies John wouldn’t mind seeing this summer (Commentary)
Here are 10 movies I wouldn’t mind seeing this summer (especially if they’re playing in the cheap theater), in order of release date:
Comics, TV and movies John is looking forward to in 2014 (Commentary)
These are the comics, TV shows and movies I’m most looking forward to in the year ahead:
John’s top 10 movies of 2013
These were my 10 favorite movies of 2013: 1. “The Way Way Back” — The title could refer to filmmakers Nat Faxon and Jim Rash looking back at their childhoods in the 1980s or to the rear-facing […]
Jackman, production design shine in ‘The Wolverine’
Movie review: Hugh Jackman continues to be great as the Wolverine saga gets smarter.
‘The Way, Way Back’ and 12 more summer movies I’m looking forward to (Commentary)
Even as soulless and redundant superhero movies headline the summer movie schedule, a deeper look at the lineup reveals some really smart-looking smaller flicks hiding beneath the surface. Perhaps the cynicism of the expensive movies […]
‘X-Men: First Class’ goes to head of the class
Movie review: The “X-Men” prequel saga launches in impressive fashion.