Alex Hodgson
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I'm a massive superhero fan who loves to put my thoughts down in writing. Spider-Man is my favourite, but I'm also a lover of the Arrowverse. Follow me on twitter @AlexJHodgson
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How Samurai Jack's Long-awaited Finale Shows Us That the Simplest Option Is the Best
After 13 years of waiting, Samurai Jack fans have been given some closure. The series returned to our screens in March after a long hiatus and the fans have loved it. It was a revival that fans were clamoring for since 2004 when the series was initially canceled, as we still didn't know whether Jack would complete his mission — and for a while, it seemed we would never know.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Stephen Amell Teases a Surprise Cameo for 'Arrow' Season 5 Finale — Who Could Return?
We're quickly approaching the Arrow Season 5 finale and the anticipation is building. A flurry of guest stars have already been announced to appear: Slade Wilson, Nyssa al Ghul, Malcolm Merlyn and Black Siren have already appeared in the previous episode. But Stephen Amell offered an intriguing tease for one more:
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Jessica Drew in the MCU? Tom Holland Wants Spider-Woman to Join the 'Homecoming' Sequel
We're just a couple of months away from the highly-anticipated release of Spider-Man: Homecoming, and the press tours have already begun. The cast are visiting countries across the world to build the excitement even further, and last week #TomHolland and Co. were in Brazil.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2': Star Lord Sees Eternity—And It Opens Up a Cosmic World for the MCU
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is on course to be #Marvel's biggest film yet with international audiences already flocking to see it and a Thursday preview night that raked in $17 million. Much like the first film, the mismatched team of reluctant heroes must save the galaxy. This time however, the focus is not on Peter Quill's mother, but his mysterious parentage on his father's side, and features a much more intimate story about finding one's place in the world and the true meaning of family.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
How Long After 'Civil War' Is 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' Set? Here's Where Spidey's Swinging into the MCU Timeline
Finally, #Marvel has its flagship hero back and able to interact with the other Avengers. Captain America: Civil War established Spider-Man's existence in the Marvel Cinematic Universe without the need for the origin story (and he certainly entered with a bang!). But in terms of the #MCU timeline, just when does Spider-Man: Homecoming fit in?
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Who Will Play J.A.R.V.I.S. in 'Spider-Man: Homecoming'? Here Are 6 Voice Cameos That Would Be Perfect
One of the many gadgets added to Peter Parker's suit in Spider-Man: Homecoming is his very own version of J.A.R.V.I.S., Tony Stark's faithful digital assistant. Though J.A.R.V.I.S. may have evolved from artificial intelligence into The Vision, Stark still uses an AI in the form of F.R.I.D.A.Y. — he's even called the protocol in Peter's suit "Training Wheels."
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
'Legion's Finale Has a Confusing Connection to Pokémon — But Is It Super Effective?
It's fair to say that Fox's Legion is a show that most viewers either absolutely love or totally hate. There isn't really any middle ground in this with the show's constantly twisting and turning plot that makes the viewer question just what — and who — is real. Fittingly, the show's debut season ended on an equally confusing note.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Why Composer Blake Neely Is the Arrowverse's True Unsung Hero
The CW's highly successful #Arrowverse is a true superhero juggernaut with four shows — #Arrow, #TheFlash, #Supergirl and #LegendsOfTomorrow — featuring a vast number of characters, each with the capability to cross over with one another. This had never been attempted before, but it has certainly worked out for the best.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
The 10 Best Non-Action Scenes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe That Pack a Punch Without Throwing One
We all know that the #MCU has many of superhero cinema's greatest action scenes. From Iron Man battling the Iron Monger to the Avengers taking on the Chitauri — and the airport battle of Captain America: Civil War, arguably the GREATEST superhero action sequence of all time — #Marvel has proven time and time again that it knows how to make a truly awesome superhero action sequence.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Did You Catch All 3 Marvel References in The CW's DC 'Invasion!' Crossover?
The CW superhero crossover from this week has been a rousing success. All of the shows within the #Arrowverse took part in some way and a great number of the characters were given the chance to shine. The successful merger of four different shows has got fans talking, and whet the appetite for more team-ups.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
