ANNOUNCEMENT: Road to Infinity War Review Challenge
After the smash hit that is Black Panther slashed the box office last weekend, it got us thinking. The next movie in the MCU is gonna be the biggest of them all, you know which one I’m talking about…
Now with all the buzz surrounding Infinity War, Papi Chulo RADIO would like to announce that we will be doing the Road to Infinity War challenge!
This means that we will be going back and watching all the MCU movies (Including The Incredible Hulk) and doing reviews for every single one of them. Starting of course with, Iron Man, the famous start to the MCU. Be sure to look out for that and all the other reviews coming soon!!
For now, here is the Infinity War trailer to help hype you up!
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REVIEW: Black Panther
It’s finally here!! Black Panther is finally in theatres and after Black Panther clawed his way onto the big screen in Captain America: Civil War, fans were hyped to see how Black Panthers solo outing would turn out. With all the hype and buzz around this film, does it succeed or does it come down with cat scratch fever?
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WARNING! SPOILERS AHEAD!! SHIELD YOUR EYES IF YOU HAVEN’T SEEN BLACK PANTHER YET!
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Right off the bat, Black Panther is one of the best movies that Marvel has made for the MCU. The movie has the perfect balance of action, heart, entertainment and pacing. However, the movie does have it faults which I will talk about later.
The story takes place after Civil War with T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) becoming the new king of Wakanda after his father’s death at the hands of Zemo. T’Challa goes through all the rituals and everything seems to be going smoothly until Ulysses Klaue (Andy Serkis) resurfaces and tries to sell Vibranium (The strongest metal in the MCU) when he is caught and imprisoned. Then, Erik Killmonger (Michael. B. Jordan) breaks him out and the two villains team up to try and bring down the Black Panther to steal all the Vibranium in Wakanda.
The story is simple and easy to follow so you don’t need to have read the comics to know who Black Panther and Wakanda is. The movie does a great job of explaining the lore around Wakanda and Black Panther.
However, one bad thing I can say about this movie is how it handles both villains, Killmonger and Klaue. First, halfway through the movie Killmonger actually kills Klaue so that he can get into Wakanda to execute the rest of his master plan. This came out of left field since Klaue is one of Black Panther’s big villains, and Andy Serkis does such a great job in the role that killing him feels like a strange choice. Also, Killmonger also dies in the end which is saddening because he was such an interesting and compelling villain that you end up rooting for him near the end. Michael. B. Jordan also did such a fantastic job as Killmonger that he is easily the best villain in the MCU right now (Sorry Loki). Now that Killmonger was killed, it ruins any potential of him coming back and facing against Black Panther again (Although who really stays dead in comics nowadays?).
The acting is outstanding in Black Panther. Chadwick Boseman (T’Challa) brings his all to his role and so does the rest of the cast. The chemistry with everyone in the cast can be seen and it really helps make the characters more fun and believable. After watching the movie, you will love T’Challa’s family and guards so much that you wish that maybe they may get their own solo movies or one-shots in the future?
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The CGI for this movie is amazing and really eye-catching. The scenes where T’Challa goes to the ancestral plane are really breathtaking and give off some serious Lion King vibes with how they are presented.
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Wakanda is fantastic and stunning to look at and it also looks like a great place to live. This movie did such an amazing job showing off Wakanda and the community around it that it really does feel like a special and sacred place. The technology that is in Wakanda really comes to life and some of the gadgets are really outstanding and awesome. The tech looks so futuristic and amazing that it will leave you wanting some of Wakanda tech for yourself! I mean just think of the possibilities!
I should also mention that the waterfall fight scenes are also beautiful to look at and really has a grand sense of scale that leaves you wanting more. Also, the fighting is also very brutal and awesome to see. Props to the stunt people for the movie.
The music for the movie blends in with the tone/theme of the movie and it also stands out on its own as well. Kendrick Lamar produced and wrote the songs for Black Panther. Lamar has been on a roll in the rap game over the last few years with his music winning Grammys. Lamar brings his A game and produces some great music that is very catchy and shows that he was the perfect choice for Black Panther.
The Verdict:
Black Panther is a great movie from start to finish. The story is simple and compelling, and the characters are entertaining and loveable. The main villain is the best that we have seen in the MCU. However, it should also be said how they handle the villains in this movie is also misguided. The CGI is also very well done and it really helps enhance the movie. Overall, everyone gave their all into making this movie, and it really shows. Believe the hype and go see Black Panther.
9.5/10
Now excuse me while I go make my way back to Wakanda for the second time.
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Jessica Jones Gets a New Trailer for Season 2
After seeing set photos and waiting for so long, we finally got our first trailer for Season 2 of Jessica Jones. You can watch the trailer down below.
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Season 2 will be available to stream on March 8th.
Here is the synopsis for Season 2:
“Jessica Jones is back as New York City’s tough-as-nails private investigator. Although this time, the case is even more personal than ever before. Fueled by a myriad of questions and lies, she will do whatever it takes to uncover the truth”
Source: Netflix & Youtube
Ant-Man and the Wasp Trailer and Poster Released
The trailer for Ant-Man and the Wasp has been released!
Evangeline Lily’s the Wasp is showcased highly in this trailer – blasters and all.
The trailer opens with Paul Rudd’s Scott Lang asking Lilly’s Hope van Dyne if she would have helped him, Captain America, and the Avengers crew, if he had asked for aid.
“I guess we’ll never know,” she responds. “But if you had, you’d have never been caught.”
Michael Douglas’ Hank Pym returns for the sequel. The events pick up after 2016’s Captain America: Civil War and finds the trio on the run.
Marvel also released the poster for the superhero pic.
Check out the new poster for Marvel Studios’ “@AntMan and the Wasp”! #AntManandWasp pic.twitter.com/qogQokyFEn
— Marvel Entertainment (@Marvel) January 30, 2018
Ant-Man and the Wasp comes out July 6.
Source: Variety
Sharon Carter Unlikely To Appear In Avengers: Infinity War
Avengers: Infinity War cast seems to keep growing. With around 76 members to be featured in the movie, you’d think everyone is in it, right?
While it’s assumed that virtually every still-living character in the MCU of any significance would at least be making an appearance in the film, it looks like Emily VanCamp’s Sharon Carter will not be appearing in the film.
In an interview with AOL’s Build series, VanCamp didn’t seem hopeful on her character showing up in Infinity War or its 2019 sequel.
“It’s hard to fit Sharon into that, she’s really in Cap’s world. She sort of fits into the Captain America movies, that’s where her sort of story lies, but I can tell you it’s going to be like an epic two-parter.”
Avengers: Infinity War hits theatres May 4, 2018.
Source: Screen Rant
Deadpool 2 Trailer Coming Very Soon
While our first look at Deadpool 2 was the epitome of a teaser, fans can look forward to seeing more of Wade Wilson in a trailer coming very soon.
The trailer is set to air before the screenings of Black Panther which comes out February 16. However, not only will it be attached to Black Panther, but it will also be released on a rather important date to Deadpool.
As many will remember, Deadpool opened February 14, 2016. With that in mind, 20th Century Fox is planning to release the trailer online on Valentine’s Day, coinciding with the two-year anniversary of Deadpool‘s opening weekend in 2016.
The film follows a few months after the trailer, hitting theatres May 18.
Source: CBR
Photos of Brie Larson Preparing For Role As Captain Marvel
Brie Larson has been preparing for her upcoming role in Captain Marvel at the Air Force Base.
Photos have been shared on Instagram of Larson wearing her own custom uniform at the Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, Nevada, where she received some training in EPT.
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Larson also got a tour of the base’s impressive array of jets and managed to get a picture that could be right out of the film. It may not be from the film, but we imagine fans will see Larson get into a jet of her own when the solo film finally hits theaters.
She also took some time to get a few pictures with the soldiers stationed at Nellis, and even signed a copy of Captain Marvel #1.
Captain Marvel hits theaters on March 8, 2019.
Source: Comicbook
Peter Parker Reportedly To Be Seen in Venom Movie
It was previously mentioned that Spider-Man would not be appearing at all in the upcoming movie, Venom. However, it turns out we still may not see our webbed friend, but Peter Parker could be making an appearance.
Scooper Jon Schnepp appeared on the most recent episode of Collider Movie Talk this week, and informed the hosts that Tom Holland’s Spider-Man is set to make an appearance in the Tom Hardy-starring Venom film, which is currently in production.
Tom Holland was on set filming scenes on Venom for at least two days as Peter Parker,” Schnepp said. “I’m not saying that Spider-Man is in the film. When I say that ‘Tom Holland’s Spider-Man is in the film,’ I’m saying ‘Peter Parker is in the film.’ This is a cameo.”
“Many fans have wondered whether Venom would even be a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the movie is coming out through Sony Pictures. But rather than being a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the Spidey spinoffs could be considered “Marvel adjacent,” according to Schnepp’s interpretation of producer Amy Pascal’s comments.
Venom will hit theatres October 5.
Source: ComicBook
Ant-Man and The Wasp Set Photo And Synopsis
Ant-Man and The Wasp is coming out later this year and new set photos have been released as well as a synopsis.
In the photo we see both Hope van Dyne (Evangeline Lily) and Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) suited up as The Wasp and Ant-Man, respectively.
Last year, Evangeline was spotted in full Wasp costume while filming in Atlanta. She also revealed a first look at her character in the Wasp suit without her helmet.
I am honoured to be on set today playing #TheWasp on what would be Jack Kirby's 100th birthday.
.#ThankYouJackKirby #AntManAndTheWasp pic.twitter.com/EBsV8jTK34— Evangeline Lilly (@EvangelineLilly) August 28, 2017
Ant-Man and The Wasp will be Marvel’s third movie coming out in 2018, the others being Black Panther and Avengers: Infinity War.
Marvel also released the synopsis for the movie:
From the Marvel Cinematic Universe comes a new chapter featuring heroes with the astonishing ability to shrink: “Ant-Man and The Wasp.” In the aftermath of “Captain America: Civil War,” Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) grapples with the consequences of his choices as both a Super Hero and a father. As he struggles to rebalance his home life with his responsibilities as Ant-Man, he’s confronted by Hope van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) and Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) with an urgent new mission. Scott must once again put on the suit and learn to fight alongside The Wasp as the team works together to uncover secrets from their past.
Ant Man and The Wasp hits theatres July 8, 2018.
Source: Digital Spy
New Black Panther Video: Warriors of Wakanda
Marvel has released an all new featurette for the upcoming movie Black Panther.
The featurette joins Chadwick Boseman (T’Challa/Black Panther) along with fellow cast mates Danai Gurira (Okoye), Lupita Nyong’o (Nakia), and Michael B. Jordan (Erik Killmonger) as they discuss their respective characters and the unique fighting styles.
Already surpassing Captain America: Winter Soldier in ticket sales, Black Panther looks set to continue Marvel’s streak of number ones.
We’re about a month away from seeing the King of Wakanda take the screens as Black Panther premieres Feb. 16.