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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6 Reasons Why 'Superman' Would Be a Perfect 'Supergirl' Prequel Series on The CW
When #Supergirl moved from CBS to The CW, one of the big talking points was Superman's appearance in the season premiere. The internet was rife with opinions about Tyler Hoechlin's version of the Man of Steel, ranging from the positive to the utterly ridiculous — like a guy who was outraged that the Green Arrow is taller than Superman, based on this photo (really!).
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
From the Depths of Despair to the Sorcerer Supreme: Doctor Strange's Personal Journey
Doctor Stephen Vincent Strange is a hero like no other. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko created him to explore a new avenue in their storytelling and bring new themes to their stories. Rather than a suit of armor or a radioactive spider, his abilities come from the mystic arts. In Strange's 53-year history, he has travelled to countless dimensions and battled a number of foes, ranging from celestial beings such as Galactus to demons such as Mephisto.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Dan Slott Has Now Written 1 in 5 'Spider-Man' Comics. So Which Are His Best?
With the release of Amazing Spider-Man #18 on September 21, writer Dan Slott has now officially created 20 percent of all Spider-Man comic book stories. Since 2007, Dan's name has been synonymous with the wall-crawler. He was initially one of a team of writers who were tasked with writing Spider-Man's adventures, but it very quickly became obvious that his work stood out over the others — and in November 2010, he became the sole writer of the series.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
6 Easy Steps If You Want to Be a Hero in the Arrowverse (P.S. None of Them Are Easy)
The Arrowverse has grown exponentially since its inception in 2012. What began as a show about a billionaire who returns home and dresses up as Robin Hood to save his city has now grown into a full-fledged TV universe. Arrow started it all, showcasing Oliver Queen's crusade against those who had failed his city. Season 2 then introduced a CSI by the name of Barry Allen to the mix. After a two-episode stint ended with Barry being struck by lightning the night a particle accelerator exploded, the Arrowverse had its first growth spurt. The Flash was born, and with it came endless possibilities.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
How Mary Jane's MCU Debut Could Be Inspired By the Comics
Zendaya's rumored casting as Mary Jane Watson in Spider-Man: Homecoming has caused quite a stir online. A number of fans have vocally expressed their discontent at casting an actress who doesn't look like the traditional Mary Jane Watson. The truly staggering thing about this outcry against her is the fact that her casting is still only a rumor. Yes, I do know that in the past movie studios have said an actor is playing one character when in fact they are playing another; Benedict Cumberbatch playing "John Harrison" had nobody fooled. But, until we see the film, we will be told she is playing a character by the name of Michelle.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
5 Characters We May Never See in the MCU
The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to succeed and is showing no signs of stopping any time soon. We have already been introduced to a huge number of characters, and upcoming films promise to introduce even more into the vast tapestry that is the MCU. The upcoming Avengers: Infinity War will reportedly have 67 characters taking part which will most likely mean EVERY character they have introduced so far will feature in some way (with some possible exceptions). Juggling all of these characters will probably be a Herculean task, but if it works out, it could prove to be the MCU's masterpiece.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Ever Wondered Why Marvel Films Are Released in the UK First?
It's a strange (and wonderful) quirk of cinema nowadays that the big films seem to be released first outside of the US. Beginning with Iron Man 2, all of the Marvel films have been released in the UK a week before their American release dates. In the past, when the world was black and white and there was no such thing as the internet, we Brits would have to wait months, or even a year after the American release dates of films to see them in cinemas. The only realistic way we would get to see the films early was if they were on a tiny screen on a long-haul flight.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Holy Half-Century, Batman! 'Batman: The Movie' Turns 50
It's hard to believe, but one of the pioneering superhero TV shows is now half a century old. Batman: The Movie is of course the feature-length version of the 1960's Batman series and it was released 50 years ago. The series was extraordinarily popular and was described on the PBS television show Science Fiction as "the biggest TV phenomenon of the mid-1960s." It might not be to everyone's tastes, particularly in an age where we have so many excellent superhero films and TV shows to enjoy, but the show certainly has a lasting legacy.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Spider-Man — The Ultimate Guide
Welcome to the Creators Ultimate Guide to Spider-Man! This is the place to go if you want to know anything about Marvel's flagship superhero. Spider-Man has been in the public eye for over 50 years, and his appeal continues to grow. He is the quintessential Marvel hero, and here you will find all you need to know. So read on, true believer, and enjoy!
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
How 'Spider-Man: The Animated Series' Inspired the 'Spider-Verse'
In his 54 years in comics, Spider-Man has inspired many big storylines. But perhaps none were quite as big as 2015's Spider-Verse! Dan Slott promised to bring EVERY SPIDER-MAN EVER to the comics - and so he did. Now, you might argue that Spider-Man has had a number of stories that are much bigger in terms of emotional impact or character progression (The Night Gwen Stacy Died for example), but in sheer scale Spider-Verse takes the crown. Never before had this number of Spider-People been pulled together into one storyline, but there had been something similar...
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
Sheldon Cooper: A Character of Missed Opportunities?
The Big Bang Theory is arguably the biggest sitcom in the world right now. We've had nine years of stories from our favourite geeks and it seems like we have many more to come. Over this time we have got to know Leonard, Penny, Howard, Raj, Bernadette, Amy and of course, Sheldon. Each of these characters has evolved and grown as the series has progressed; or at least, most of them have.
By Alex Hodgson8 years ago in Geeks
