Heroes on the Airways: Old Time Radio Shows
As much as I love this current era of superhero storytelling, we would be remiss if we didn’t give at least a nod to the very foundation on which this period is built.
DetailsRobin Hood: Robbing From the Rich on the Small Screen
A symbol for the fight against the oligarchy of a class system which actively works to keep the poor in their proper place, and the rich in power.
DetailsWho is The Phantom?
A little known superhero now, The Phantom has a huge place in superhero history. Who is The Phantom?
DetailsThe Five: Favorite Hero Shows (live action) From My Childhood
But, there is a certain simplicity to the shows I grew up on. These shows had a magic all their own, even though they were corny, with terrible special effects and laughable plotlines, they still helped mold me into the person I am today (I am definitely Corny).
DetailsHeroes: The Many Masks of Zorro
The character is one of the first masked Vigilantes with dual identities and is the precursor to our modern day superheroes.
DetailsWho is Flash Gordon?
Despite the wild success of the franchise, a week ago I had no idea who Flash Gordon is. Who is Flash Gordon?
DetailsMediatorial-Film/Television 2020: The Good, The Bad and the “Meh”
A look back at the Good, The Bad and the In Between of 2020
DetailsA Modern Look at Old Christmas Classics
Most of you, I’m sure, haven’t touched a Christmas Classic in years and know very little about how they stand up. I have. Which ones hold up? Which ones should be left in the VHS pile? Let’s find out.
DetailsThe Five: Top Wishes for Season 3 of Titans
It would be great to see Blue Beetle, Kid Flash or Power Girl and they could do the Terra storyline. There is a bevy of well known and lesser known characters to pull from.
DetailsThank You For Your Service: A Veteran’s Day Perspective
A different take on Veteran’s Day and what it means to remain humble amongst some of the greatest heroes the world has ever known.
DetailsThe Five: Top Retro Horror Films (pre-1940s)
The early days of filmmaking were a strange time. People were just throwing things against the wall to see what stuck. As a result, you get both 11 mediocre adaptations of Dr. Jeckel and Mr. Hyde and some excellent films. What good movies came out during this time? Here are my top five.
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