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Sony's attempts to create their own superhero cinematic universe continue to be a disappointment: essentially a universe defined by Spider-Man but completely lacking Spider-Man—it’s a lose lose si…
2018 was a dark time for the “Merc with a Mouth” (at least he has one in this iteration, although Wolverine: Origins has been referenced before). On the ‘sacred timeline’ The Avengers are assembling t…
After the massive joke that Morbius was, expectations are low for Sony’s non-Spider-Man Marvel movies. While recent entries in the once dominant series have fallen flat, chances are you won’t think tw…
Before considering Nia DaCosta’s film it is wise to investigate a little where the MCU currently is. It is impossible to ignore the interconnectedness of the films and television series which was once…
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is not only an antidote to superhero fatigue it is genuinely one of the most beautifully rendered animated features in years and possibly the best tent-pole release…
This review contains mild spoilers. It’s been a long and winding road to come to the end of the story of James Gunn’s rag-tag group of miscreants turned heroes. Audiences will no doubt not need a rec…
Powered by JustWatch Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), proved to be a rocky patch for the previously sensationalised franchise, starting with Black Widow (Cate Shortland) and Wanda…
Available to Watch Here: Powered by JustWatch Help keep The Curb independent by joining our Patreon. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever treads dangerous ground with its reflection of reality wi…
An intergalactic actioner wrapped in a technicolour coating, Thor: Love and Thunder doubles down on the Waititi-ism’s to mixed effect. Though not quite the battle-hungry warrior seen in previous inst…
Available to Watch Here: Powered by JustWatch Help keep The Curb independent by joining our Patreon. The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has expanded exponentially to the point where devote…
Available to Watch Here: Powered by JustWatch Help keep The Curb independent by joining our Patreon. Sony’s latest foray into antihero fodder, the Jared Leto lead vampire-actioner Morbius,…
Available to Watch Here: Powered by JustWatch Help keep The Curb independent by joining our Patreon. It should be more acceptable to collect one’s thoughts before writing. I have spoken abo…