Carried on the strength of its cast, Wonder Woman 1984 knows how to deliver on heartfelt moments. Unfortunately, it does not reach the inspiring heights of its predecessor, and an uneven script and a less-than-stellar story prevent it from being great. Directed by Patty Jenkins, and featuring the return of Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman,…
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Sheraz Farooqi is the Editor-in-Chief of ComicBook Debate. He is also a published reporter at Forbes, Newsweek, The Hollywood Reporter, Screen Rant, and Rotten Tomatoes. Sheraz is currently a Graduate Student at Columbia University and has done guest commentary for AJ+ and BBC News Radio. Sheraz strongly believes in charitable and social work. He took part in the Black Panther Challenge and led a children's hospital toy drive in New York City.
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WarnerMedia To Debut 2021 Slate On HBO Max and Theaters. Sustainability of Cinemas Remain In Doubt
WarnerMedia officially announced its entire 2021 slate would debut on HBO Max simultaneously with their cinema release dates. The move comes on the heels of their announcement that Wonder Woman 1984 would make the same move. Amid rising COVID-19 cases, restricted theaters unable to capture the magic of moviegoing, and skyrocketing use of streaming services, the future of…
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Tenet - Review
Rather than opting for a traditional film review for Tenet, I have decided to do a review of the theatrical experience that surrounded Tenet. Being the first film I have seen since the pandemic began, I will be simultaneously reviewing the film while discussing the new reality we find ourselves in. Tenet is a Christopher…
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Mulan (2020) - Review
While carried by a strong lead, Mulan stumbles through poor pacing, thin characters, and VFX issues that kept it an arm’s length from the superior 1998 animated counterpart. Directed by Niki Caro and starring Yifei Liu as Mulan; Donnie Yen as Commander Tung; Tzi Ma as Zhou, Jason Scott Lee as Böri Khan; Yoson An…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Justice Con
Releasing the Snyder Cut of Justice League was an achievement by fans around the world. It is only fitting then, that the first event celebrating that achievement would also be held by the fans and for the fans. Justice Con 2020 is a two-day virtual convention organized by The Nerd Queens and ComicBook Debate’s own…
Read MoreA True Mark of Victory: Zack Snyder Fans Raise $200,000 For Suicide Prevention
On May 20th, Zack Snyder announced that the Snyder Cut would release on HBO MAX as Zack Snyder’s Justice League. It was a moment of jubilation for a fandom that had campaigned for it daily for two and a half years since the theatrical cut released in 2017. Though, if you ask the fandom what…
Read MoreComicBook Debate Joins Efforts to Observe Juneteenth
Juneteenth, otherwise known as Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, occurs on June 19th. It was the date that General Gordon Granger came to Texas to finally enforce the emancipation of the slaves. Up to that point, the Civil War had already been over for two months and the Emancipation Proclamation was delivered by President Abraham…
Read MoreGiving Back to AFSP Remains Key For Zack Snyder Fans After Justice League
With close to $200,000 raised for the American Foundation For Suicide Prevention, it’s easy to see why giving back to charity has become a true north for Zack Snyder fans. Even after AT&T and Warner Media announced that the Snyder Cut will release in 2021 in the form of Zack Snyder’s Justice League, the fight…
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A Statment of Solidarity With Black Lives Matter
On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was senselessly killed in Minneapolis, Minnesota at the hands of the Minneapolis police force. Officer Derek Chauvin held his knee at Floyd’s neck for close to nine harrowing minutes. During that time, Floyd uttered the phrase that rang the same anger and sadness that Eric Garner’s death brought in…
Read MoreZack Snyder’s Justice League Will Debut on HBO MAX
After almost three years of fan anticipation, events, and teases, it is official; Zack Snyder’s Justice League will see the light of day on HBO Max in 2020. “I want to thank HBO Max and Warner Brothers for this brave gesture of supporting artists and allowing their true visions to be realized. Also a special…
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The Last Dance - Review
Michael Jordan’s story comes back to life like never before in a magnificent documentary detailing the trails, tribulations, and drama that fueled the Chicago Bulls to their sixth championship Michael Jordan is in a pantheon of greatness in the world of sports. Whether you never watched one game of basketball in your life, or have…
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Superman: The Ultimate Immigrant - Why Batman v Superman Remains Relevant 4 Years Later
For the four year anniversary of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, The Ultimate Immigrant Story: Zack Snyder’s Superman has been reimagined as a Video Essay. Spoken by original writer & Editor-in-Chief, Sheraz Farooqi, the essay speaks on how Zack Snyder’s Superman is the most socially relevant version of the character yet.
Read MoreParasite - A Game-Changer for International Films
On Sunday, Parasite made history at the Academy Awards. Bong Joon-Ho’s mystery drama would go up to the Oscars stage four times and changing the rhetoric around international films. Parasite’s win for Best Picture made it the first international film to win the Academy’s top award in its 92-year history. Parasite won its first Oscar for Best…
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Birds of Prey Review
Birds of Prey is a thrill ride with non-stop action, strong cinematography, bombastic score, and the ever charismatic Margot Robbie leading the way as Harley Quinn. Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) is directed by Cathy Yan and stars Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Huntress, Ewan…
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Dolittle - Review
Plagued by forced-in reshoots and suffering from a paper-thin plot, it seems not even Robert Downey Jr. is able to carry this film to watchable status. Dolittle is directed by Stephen Gaghan and stars Robert Downey Jr as Dolittle. The film boasts a large cast of voice talent including; Emma Thompson, Rami Malek, John Cena,…
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