Here’s a look at some interesting articles from the previous week. Media Friday Foster returns “Friday … Favorite articles roundup for the week of September 13, 2019Read more
Movies and TV
How did 2019’s summer blockbusters do at the box office?
With Labor Day having passed, the summer’s unofficially over, along with the 2019 summer blockbuster movie … How did 2019’s summer blockbusters do at the box office?Read more
Thoughts on the Sony vs. Disney Spider-Man squabble
One of the most prominent superhero news stories from last week was the state of Spider-Man’s … Thoughts on the Sony vs. Disney Spider-Man squabbleRead more
“Avengers: Endgame” is now the top-grossing movie of all time
Everyone’s favorite three-hours-long-with-no-intermission superhero epic, “Avengers: Endgame,” has made history. As of this previous weekend, it’s … “Avengers: Endgame” is now the top-grossing movie of all timeRead more
How long does it take to binge-watch various long-running cartoons?
A look at how long it takes to binge watch various long-running cartoons, from the various incarnations of “Scooby-Doo” to “The Simpsons.”
How are the Disney live-action remakes faring versus the original films?
There’s been a lot of grumbling about the large number of live-action remakes of classic Disney … How are the Disney live-action remakes faring versus the original films?Read more
Kids’ TV study recommends various diversity improvements
The Center for Scholars and Storytellers, a US/Canadian research group backed by UCLA, Toronto’s Ryerson University, … Kids’ TV study recommends various diversity improvementsRead more
“Avengers: Endgame” now the second-highest grossing film of all time
To my surprise, “Avengers: Endgame” is earning even more cash than I expected. As of this … “Avengers: Endgame” now the second-highest grossing film of all timeRead more
Should movie intermissions make a comeback?
I look at reasons in favor of bringing back movie intermissions, especially with films three hours (or more) long becoming the norm.
“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” wins the 2019 Oscar for Best Animated Feature
The 91st annual Academy Awards were held last night. With this the first show in 30 … “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” wins the 2019 Oscar for Best Animated FeatureRead more