Author Archives: Eric Goebelbecker

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superman batman generations Reviews
“Superman & Batman: Generations”

By | Aug 30, 2019 | Reviews

In 1999, DC Comics published the first four issues of an Elseworlds story that spawned two more limited series and a total of 20 individual issues. “Superman & Batman: Generations” eschews comic-book time and tells the story of two of DC’s most popular heroes and the dynasties that they create. This review contains mild spoilers. […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “The Abyss”

By | Mar 26, 2019 | Television

It’s time for five thoughts on The Punisher’s “The Abyss,” the 11th episode of season two. This recap contains spoilers. 1. Karen Page returns. Deborah Ann Woll’s portrayal of Karen Page is one of the things I’ll miss most from the Netflix/Marvel shows. Her Karen has strength and compassion unlike any other character in the Netflix shows. You […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Flustercluck”

By | Mar 12, 2019 | Television

Here’s your recap of “Flustercluck,” the aptly-named (albeit misspelled) ninth entry of the second season of The Punisher. Let’s dive in, but be warned: spoilers follow. 1. The Punisher Pity Party. “Flustercluck” opens with Frank returning to the trailer where he left Amy. Curtis, Madani, and Amy are all waiting for him, after spending a night commiserating. […]

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Five Thoughts on The Gifted’s “oMens”

By | Feb 27, 2019 | Television

Welcome back, X-fans! I’m back with five thoughts on “oMens,” the final for The Gifted’s second season. A lot happened in this one; there are spoilers aplenty. Let’s dive right in. 1. She just can’t help herself. A big part of “oMens” was the Purifier’s siege on the Underground’s “hideout,” which Reeva knew about all along. As the […]

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Five Thoughts on The Gifted’s “Monsters”

By | Feb 20, 2019 | Television

Welcome, Gifted fans! I’m back with your recap of season 2’s penultimate episode, “Monsters.” There’s a lot to cover and, as usual, plenty of spoilers. Let’s dive right in. 1. More ambivalence from Jace Turner After leading the massacre on the Morlocks (if Marcos can call it that, I can too,) Jace has yet another crisis of conscience. Honestly, […]

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