To date, I've kept my absolute disdain for Avengers: Infinity War separate from my news reporting as much as possible, but now seems like an opportune time to let the cat out of the bag. I'm sure that I'm in the minority on this one because, believe it or not, I've actually had people unfriend me on Facebook over my opinion regarding a movie. Seriously.
By now, it's certainly no secret that Edward Norton isn't all that fond of Marvel Studios or the movie in which he starred for them, that being The Incredible Hulk.
Considering how expansive The CW's DC TV lineup has gotten in recent years, it comes as no surprise that varying ethnicities, religions and orientations be represented. In fact, the third of those just mentioned will be touched upon rather generously in the coming year because, don't forget, a lesbian hero in the form of Batwoman will be introduced in the next major crossover event before being awarded her own series. Not only that, but John Constantine's bisexuality will be explored over on Legends of Tomorrow, with a transgender crimefighter, Dreamer, set to debut on Supergirl.
Being someone who has an immense appreciation for the Joker, you can image that I'm looking forward to the upcoming origin film starring Joaquin Phoenix. Granted, it may be outside the shared continuity of DC flicks first established by Man of Steel back in 2013 and divulge what some may consider to be too much about the Clown Prince of Crime's background, but has anyone stopped to consider that it may turn out well? I mean, Robert De Niro and Frances Conroy wouldn't be circling a picture with a crappy screenplay.
Over the years, Scooby-Doo and the gang have taken part in some memorable team-ups. Believe it or not, those meddling kids can lay claim to having met the likes of Batman and Robin, the Three Stooges, the Harlem Globetrotters and even the cast of Gilligan’s Island. In fact, DC even published an ongoing comic titled Scooby-Doo Team-up in recent years.
One thing I've long enjoyed about Gotham is how it's given various villains from the Batman mythos their first live action appearances. Really, without this show, we'd still be waiting on flesh and blood versions of Hugo Strange, Professor Pyg and numerous others.
Even after enjoying a thirteen-episode run of his own series and putting in various Arrowverse guest shots to follow, there’s still much to be explored when it comes to Matt Ryan’s John Constantine. But to his credit, many DC fans believe his portrayal to be the definitive one – and, to be honest, this writer has to agree with them.
Similar to how your classmates may return from spring or summer break with new haircuts, the cast of Gotham are doing just that with the Batman prequel series' fifth and final season. Though this is to be somewhat expected with TV shows, there's not always a guarantee of folks sporting new 'dos to signify the passing of time.
For the past two springs, we as Gotham fans were left on the edges of our seats for all the wrong reasons. While the show itself kept us glued to our sets, we were forced to await word regarding whether or not the Batman prequel series would be cancelled. Fortunately, it was renewed both times, though the latest confirmation came with a condition: that season 5 will be the last.
As a lifelong lover of Batman and his supporting characters, you’d better believe that a movie headlined by Nightwing ranks high among those I most want to see within my lifetime. But considering how director Chris McKay has taken on Dungeons & Dragons as his next project, the realist in me is thinking Dick Grayson won’t fly solo until a much, much later date – if at all.
