Tag: Alpha Flight

Written by ScreenPhiles

Marvel Studios’ Real Problem

By my reckoning the biggest problem that Marvel Studios faces is less sequels or superhero fatigue – something I’m not at all convinced exists – than runaway production costs. Some might tell you that interest has waned in superhero films, which is blatantly not true (particularly when it comes to Marvel Studios, though DC Films…the […]

Written by Brian

Captain America Does (Surprisingly) Well Overseas

Edited 8/10 934 I am not surprised that “Captain America: The First Avenger” is doing well in the United States.  It’s a well-done, entertaining film, though it does revolve around a superhero that, in a very real sense, embodies many uniquely American dreams and aspirations, so if it weren’t doing well here, I’d be shocked. […]