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The Man Without Fear is Back, and Brennan is here to review the first two episodes of the newest Marvel series! In Daredevil: Born Again, Matt Murdock finds himself on a collision course with the newly-elected Mayor Wilson Fisk when their past identities begin to emerge. The new series reimagines the dark and gritty tone of the original Netflix series and brings it into the MCU in satisfying fashi...

This week, Brennan reviews the recent Marvel comic series starring an underrated X-Man, Magik! Written by Ashley Allen and illustrated by German Peralta, Magik takes Illyana Rasputin away from the X-Men and sets her out on a solo journey to stop an evil prophecy from being fulfilled. Magik is joined by a young man who must help her stop evil from being unleashed on the Earth (again). The first two...

This week, Brennan revisits the classic Keanu Reeves movie, The Devil's Advocate Directed by Taylor Hackford, The Devil's Advocate follows Keanu Reeves' Kevin Lomax after the undefeated Florida lawyer accepts a job in the Big City, New York! The film is written by Tony Gilroy and Jonathan Lemkin, based on the book by Andrew Neiderman, and stars Keanu Reeves, Al Pacino, and Charlize Theron. It's cu...

Dan Watters takes over the reins on Nightwing following the events of Absolute Power and knocks it out of the park! In Dan Watters' run, Dick Grayson continues to battle corruption in the city of Bludhaven, but things get serious when Nightwing learns of a mysterious connection to his past. This series showcases the differences between Nightwing and Batman, while also highlighting the influences o...

Captain America: Brave New World is here, and Brennan is back to review the latest movie in the MCU! Does this movie live up to the Winter Soldier? Is Captain America: Brave New World bad? Is it good? Does this film move us into a Brave New World for Marvel and the MCU? Brennan is here to answer all those questions! Directed by Julius Onah, Brave New World finds Sam Wilson in the middle of an inte...

This week, Brennan is joined by Tory to discuss the classic 1984 film, Cloak & Dagger (NOT Marvel)! Directed by Richard Franklin, Cloak & Dagger sees a young boy and his imaginary friend end up on the run while in possession of a top-secret spy gadget! The film stars Henry Thomas, Dabney Coleman (in TWO roles), Michael Murphy, and Christina Nigra. The movie is currently available to rent o...

This week, Brennan reviews the first issue of the new Aquaman comic series! Written and directed by Jeremy Adams and illustrated by John Timms, the series sees Aquaman return to his throne Atlantis in the aftermath of Absolute Power. Armed with new abilities the King must protect his family and his city. The first issue is available on DC Universe Infinite and the second issue is on sale now at yo...

This week, Brennan reviews the 2024 film, Rebel Ridge! Written and directed by Jeremy Saulnier, Rebel Ridge follows a Marine who grapples his way through a web of small-town corruption when an attempt to post bail for his cousin escalates into a violent standoff with the local police chief. The films stars Aaron Pierre, Don Johnson, AnnaSophia Robb, and David Denman. The film is currently streamin...

This week, Brennan reviews the most recent one shot special issue in the ongoing Superman run, The Lex Luthor Special! Written by Joshua Williamson, the comic asks the question "Is the world better with Lex Luthor in it?" After losing his memory and identity in the House of Brainiac event, Lex Luthor is beginning to understand the role he played and how he affected other people in his "last life."...

This week, Brennan reviews the recently released movie Back in Action! Directed by Seth Gordon, sees a pair of former spies pulled back into the world of espionage after their secret identities are exposed and their suburban life is put on hold. The film stars Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, McKenna Roberts, Rylan Jackson, Kyle Chandler, Andrew Scott, and Glenn Close. The movie is currently available to...

This week, Brennan reviews Green Lantern: Fractured Spectrum! Written by Jeremy Adams and illustrated by V. Ken Marion, this comic sees the Green Lantern Corps attempting to rebuild after the conflict with Lord Premier Thaaros causes fractures to appear in the Emotional Spectrum. Green Lantern: Fractured Spectrum sets the stage for the next major story arc for the GLC, which begins in Green Lanter...

This week, Shayde reviews the Mr. Freeze issue in the Batman: One Bad Day series! Written by Gerry Duggan and illustrated by Mateo Scalera, this comic sees Batman and Robin attempt to redeem Mr. Freeze by helping him save his wife, Nora. This one-shot issue is currently available on DC Universe Infinite and is collected in the Batman: One Bad Day boxset. To find out what's going on in the DC Comic...

This week, Brennan returns to Clint Eastwood's filmography and reviews Oscar-winning movie Unforgiven! Directed by Clint Eastwood, Unforgiven follows a retired Old West gunslinger named Will Munny who reluctantly takes on one last job to avenge an injustice with the help of his old partner and a newer outlaw known simply as The Schofield Kid. Star Clint Eastwood is joined by Gene Hackman, Morgan F...

This week, Brennan and Tory unite once again to review the classic Jean Claude Van Damme movies Kickboxer and Timecop! Directed by Mark DiSalle and David Worth, Kickboxer follows Kurt Sloane who must learn the ancient kickboxing art of Muay Thai in order to avenge his brother. Kickboxer stars Jean-Claude Van Damme, Dennis Alexio, Dennis Chan, Michel Qissi, Haskell V. Anderson III, and Rochelle Ash...

This week, Shayde reviews the recent film, The Substance. Directed by Coralie Fargeat, The Substance follows a fading celebrity who takes a black-market drug: a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself The film stars Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid. Demi Moore just recently won a Golden Globe for her performance as Elisabeth and is bei...

This week, Brennan reviews the Superwoman Special as the skies of Metropolis become a little more crowded. Written by Joshua Williamson and illustrated by Edwin Galmon, the Superwoman Special reveals how Lois Lane gained her powers during the Absolute Power event and became the Woman of Steel! Issues #1 is currently available on DC Universe Infinite! Or look for it at your local comic shop! To fin...

Shayde chased his shadow and fell right into the abyss! Written and illustrated by Rafael Grampa, Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham takes place in a Gotham City where everyday feels darker and more irredeemable than the last, forcing Batman to make the ultimate choice - to rid the city of his Bruce Wayne identity for good! Issues #1 and #2 are currently available on DC Universe Infinite! Look for Issue #...

On this episode, Brennan takes a look at Juror #2, latest (and maybe last!) film from legendary director and actor Clint Eastwood! The film follows a family man who, while serving as a juror on a high-profile murder trial, finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma - one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict or free the wrong killer. Juror #2 stars Nicholas Hoult...

In this episode of My Father Before Me, Brennan and Tory take a look at the classic film, The NeverEnding Story. Directed by Oscar Nominee Wolfgang Peterson, the film follows a troubled young boy who escapes into a wondrous fantasy world through the pages of a mysterious book. The movies stars Barret Oliver, Noah Hathaway, Tami Stronach, and Gerald McRaney. For more classic movie reviews, listen t...

Absolute Wonder Woman #1 and #2 are here and Brennan is ALL IN for this comic book review! Written by Kelly Thompson with art by Hayden Sherman, Absolute Wonder Woman takes Diana out of Themyscira, away from the sisterhood of the Amazons, and leaves her on the Wild Isle of Hell. Issue #1 is available now on DC Universe Infinite, or if you like the paper feel the 3rd printing of the first issue wil...

Absolute Superman #1 and #2 are here and Brennan is ALL IN for this comic book review! Written by Jason Aaron with art by Rafa Sandoval, Absolute Superman takes Kal-El out of Kansas, away from the generous and kind Kents, and leaves him out on the streets of Brazil. Issue #1 is available now on DC Universe Infinite, or if you like the paper feel the 2nd printing of the first issue will be released...

Absolute Batman #1 and #2 are here and Shayde is ALL IN! Issue #3 will be released on December 18th! Written by Scott Snyder, Absolute Batman takes Bruce Wayne out of his luxurious mansion, away from Wayne Enterprises, and leaves him out in the street. Nick Dragotta's art takes us through the Absolute Universe and shows just how brutal this new MASSIVE Batman can be. Absolute Batman is the best-se...

On this My Father Before Me, Brennan and Tory take a look at the classic 1984 Oscar nominee, Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan! Directed Hugh Hudson, the film follows the missing heir of a respected Scottish family, raised in African jungles by animals, as he finally returns to his estate only to realize the significant differences between the two worlds, The film stars Christopher Lambert, Andi Mac...

The first teaser trailer for the live-action How To Train Your Dragon remake is here - and so's Shayde to talk about it! Directed Dean DeBlois, the film follows a young Viking named Hiccup as he aspires to hunt dragons, and how he unexpectedly becomes the friend of a young dragon. The film stars Mason Thames as Hiccup, Nico Parker as Astrid, Gerard Butler as Stoick, and Julian Dennison as Fishlegs...

On this episode, Brennan discusses the most recent Marvel series, Agatha All Along! Created by Jac Schaeffer, Agatha All Along follows a spell-bound Agatha Harkness as she regains her freedom with a little help from an unknown teen. Now free from the enchantment that has bound her, Agatha must embark down The Witches' Road to regain her power and discover the Teen's motivations for helping her! Th...