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March 31, 2025

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990): A Darker Take on the Turtles

The 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie stands as a landmark achievement in bringing comic book characters to life on screen. What makes this film particularly fascinating is the juxtaposition between its somewhat ridiculous premise—four t…

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March 31, 2025

Gabriel (2007): When Angels Fall - Redemption in a Neo-Noir Purgatory

In 2007, a small Australian film called "Gabriel" hit theaters, introducing audiences to a gritty, neo-noir interpretation of the eternal battle between angels and demons. Shot on an incredibly tight budget, this ambitious project became a powerful …

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March 24, 2025

Sonic the Hedgehog 3: Shadow, Leadership, and the Future of the Franchise

Welcome to our deep dive into Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the latest instalment in the beloved Sonic film franchise. This action-packed sequel takes Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails on a high-stakes adventure as they face off against their most formidable oppon…

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March 20, 2025

Spider-Man: No Way Home – Beyond Fan Service, A Deeper Look at 20 Years of Spider-Man on Film

Welcome to our in-depth exploration of Spider-Man: No Way Home, a film that redefined the superhero genre with its multiversal crossover. In this blog, we’ll analyze whether the movie’s cameos were mere fan service or essential to the na…

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March 20, 2025

Uncovering the Film Magic Behind DragonHeart: Deep Insights on Character, Plot and the Impact of Cinematic Score

Welcome to our comprehensive analysis of the iconic 1996 fantasy film Dragonheart, as explored on a recent episode of the Fandom Portals podcast. In this post, we delve into the film’s innovative CGI, complex character dynamics, narrative stru…

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March 20, 2025

How Dragonheart Paved the Way for Modern CGI

In 1996, a film featuring a wise-cracking dragon voiced by Sean Connery soared into theaters and captured the imaginations of audiences worldwide. That film was Dragonheart, and while it may be remembered fondly for its humor and heart, its true leg…

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