Since its debut in 1985, Tsukasa Hojo’s manga City Hunter has been adapted into various forms, including several anime series, movies (one featuring Jackie Chan), and a beloved K-Drama. Surprisingly, a Japanese-produced live-action adaptation was absent from the lineup until now. Enter the 2024 Netflix release, directed by Yuichi Sato, filling this gap in the…
“City Hunter” is centered in the gritty streets of Tokyo, following the adventures of Ryo Saeba, a skilled assassin and detective whose job is to rid the streets of criminals. Like many well-known anime franchises, City Hunter originates from a manga series, and the source material appears to be quite adaptable, having inspired numerous anime…
Ryo Saeba, the protagonist of Tsukasa Hojo’s “City Hunter” manga series, isn’t exactly a hero suited for today’s world. Operating in Tokyo’s gritty Kabukicho district, he’s a skilled investigator with a penchant for lewd behavior. Clients seeking his assistance can leave messages at Shinjuku Station, but they should know he prefers attractive customers and tends…
First trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine The first trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine emphasized Ryan Reynolds’ Wade Wilson and the movie’s place as a sequel to his previous film. This came along with teases of its Multiversal plot and MCU connections through the TVA. Going into the second trailer, fans should prepare for a much…
A recent Bloomberg report confirmed that two Marvel Studios films in 2023 lost money: The Marvels and Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. This should not come as a surprise, as the box office can sometimes speak for itself. MCU history The Marvels is the single worst theatrical performance in MCU history. Not only did it…
Digging into MCU Controversy-The Scenes That Blended Fan Fury The facts confirm that as the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has been created after some time, a few circumstances have without a doubt bothered watchers over a piece. The astonishing personal choices, questionable composing choices, or disappointing special visualizations are only a couple of the minutes…
So far, Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver, has not impressed anyone just like its first part. The critics have shared their reviews, stating that the lackluster character development, the hurried plot, the unclear visuals, and the missed opportunities to create captivating mythology have done nothing but remind us of the flaws of…
Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon Part Two is now streaming on Netflix. While the initial movie received harsh criticism from reviewers, Snyder has a dedicated fan base who watched it more than Barbie according to the director’s questionable statements. Though this claim may be exaggerated, a group of viewers were eagerly awaiting the new film. The…
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse was set to release in the theaters in March 2024 as announced by Sony Pictures, being the conclusion of the Spider-Verse trilogy. But, it was eventually delayed indefinitely, causing disappointment among the fans who were eagerly waiting for the movie. However, the fans might have just gotten their first clue of…
Valentina and David “Love, Divided” is a story that starts with the neighbors divided by a wall and ends much better than the expectations. It was a story about trust, emotion building, and companionship between Valentina and David. It all begins with Valentina leaving her ex-boyfriend’s home and getting herself her apartment where she could…
A dive into Sami’s heritage Depicted in the new Netflix movie “Stolen” directed by Elle Márjá Eira, The Sámi people are the Indigenous people of the northern region of the Scandinavian Peninsula, and they live in Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Russia. It is estimated that there are around 50,000 to 100,000 Sámi people presently. The…
Reindeer herding The Netflix movie ‘Stolen’ directed by Elle Márjá Eira is an adaptation of the book by Ann-Helen-Laestadius, translated by Rachel Willson-Broyles, and delves into the discrimination faced by the ethnic minority of Sweden, Sami. Their traditional lifestyle follows reindeer herding, the animals marked by their ears to let others know who raised them….
“What Jennifer Did” revolves around a thrilling story with a shocking end leaving the audience startled. The story takes turns slowly, raising the viewer’s curiosity to an extreme level after every scene. Whether it was Jennifer’s interviews or Daniel’s statements, everything somehow revealed new information. Diving into the investigation It all started with Jennifer dialing…
Nica and Regile’s bonding From the very beginning of the movie, The Tearsmith, the spark can be seen between both protagonists. Nica, being the soft-spoken girl always had a sweet corner for Regile and could never hate him even when he ignored her. On the other hand, Regile being the isolated character loved Nica silently…
The Pegging scene Yep, you remember that scene. How could you forget it? In one sex-heavy montage from “Deadpool,” Wade offers something you rarely see from an action hero: He invites Vanessa to wear a strap-on dildo and penetrate him from the rear. Deadpool assumptions Not only is this “Deadpool” moment delightfully offensive, but it’s…