Max Farrow
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A fanatical film-watcher, hill-walker, aspiring author, freelance writer and biscuit connoisseur.
These articles first appeared on Movie Pilot between Jan 2016 and Dec 2017. Follow me on Twitter @Farrow91
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Mark Hamill Speaks Out About The Main Problem With Modern Superhero Movies, And Offers His Solution
Admit it: when you hear the name Mark Hamill, your thoughts immediately turn to Luke Skywalker whining about power converters or lowering the hood of a cape in the most dramatic way possible. However, as many of you already know, this iconic actor is also a respected behemoth of the #superhero genre. Among his roles in innumerable comic book adaptations, the #StarWars star has played the Trickster across two different TV adaptations of The Flash, and the Hobgoblin in the beloved '90s Spider-Man animated series. And who could ever forget his memorable turn voicing one of the most beloved iterations of the #Joker?
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Why Ares Is The Perfect Villain For 'Wonder Woman'
Say what you will about the burgeoning DCEU, but each installment has attempted to tackle mature and meaty themes through their respective villains. For instance, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice examined xenophobia through Lex Luthor’s (Jesse Eisenberg) hatred of Superman. Man of Steel's General Zod (Michael Shannon) investigated the nature of power and extremism, and Wonder Woman does something similar with its own antagonist. Even though the film's depiction of Ares, the God of War, has divided fans somewhat, the choice to pit #GalGadot’s Diana against him was a brilliant one. In my opinion, the way this villain is handled is one of Wonder Woman's main strengths.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
How 'Wonder Woman' Sets Up The Crucial 'Justice League' Dynamic Between Diana And Batman
Wonder Woman is finally here, and it’s already set to become the biggest box-office success of the DC Extended Universe. And overall, it’s not hard to see why audiences are loving it — with perfect casting, vivid visuals and a kickass theme tune to boot, it’s a joy to watch Diana of Themyscira become the hero we know and love throughout the course of the movie.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Howl Like A Hyena At Hilarious Animated Bloopers From Disney’s 'The Lion King'
Making a movie is a magical but occasionally frustrating and funny experience. Delays and accidents can drive directors and stars crazy, but fumbled lines can be hilarious for crews and audiences.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
A Brand New JRR Tolkien Book Is On Sale - After A 100 Year Wait!
Saddle up Middle Earth fans! It’s time to put away your second breakfast, grab your staffs, blue hats, and pipe weed, and get on down to your local bookseller. Why? Well JRR Tolkien’s new book has been released, a century after it was first conceived. Check out the details below!
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
'Spider-Man: Homecoming' - Tom Holland Reveals That He Modeled His Peter Parker On Another Teen Movie Icon
Like a streak of light, Spider-Man: Homecoming’s release date is fast approaching, and anticipation is running at fever pitch. Moviegoers can’t wait to see more of Tom Holland’s Spider-Man in action, even though he’s the third incarnation of the wall-crawler in the last 15 years. Indeed, ever since his acclaimed debut in Captain America: Civil War, Holland and the minds at Marvel have paid tribute to — and borrowed from — the outings of previous Spider-Men. However in a recent interview, Holland also revealed that he was inspired by an unlikely character from a very famous movie series from the 1980s.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
'Pirates of the Caribbean 5' Has A Saucy Little Easter Egg...About Mayonnaise?!
From under the cloud of Johnny Depp’s many controversies, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales has arrived to buckle swashes afresh and bring home the booty for Disney. In the new film we find Capn’ Jack Sparrow embarking on fresh misadventures as he attempts to outwit the cursed privateer, Armando Salazar (Javier Bardem) alongside several new characters. But while Dead Men Tell No Tales harbors some major plot developments, and also goes out of its way to set up some potential sequels it also contains several pretty left field — and clever — winks to the series' past as well.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Check Out Hilarious Footage of Dan Stevens Without CGI In 'Beauty And The Beast'
Beauty and the Beast has been one of the biggest critical and commercial smashes of 2017, and has delighted thousands of fans with its detailed recreations of our favorite characters in live-action. While CGI might be more readily associated with action movies, Beauty and the Beast was a tour de force of computer-generated wizardry, animated pieces of crockery and furniture, and making them look and feel decidedly human. Yet there is one CGI challenge the crew tackled which sticks out as particularly daunting: how do you realize a man/water buffalo/bear hybrid?
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
11 Facts You May Not Know About 'Star Wars: A New Hope' On Its 40th Anniversary
Some older fans will no doubt be horrified by the realization, but if you search your feelings you'll know this to be true: it’s been 40 years since we first witnessed the majesty of Star Wars on our screens. And what a long way we’ve come since that first title card appeared before the film now titled A New Hope, which read “A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...”
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Futurism
Stunning Star Wars Vanity Fair Covers Reveal The New State Of Play Going Into 'Episode 8: The Last Jedi'
Since the dramatic finale of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, fans have been clamoring to see more of Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. Now, their wishes have been granted!
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Futurism
You Say The Sweetest Things: Chris Evans Chats About His Bromance With Robert Downey Jr.
They may have worked side-by-side in Marvel’s Avengers, but the Sokovia Accords left the friendship of Captain America and Iron Man in tatters. The entire Marvel Cinematic Universe may be divided due to their epic spat, but in reality, the men who play Tony Stark and Steve Rogers have quite a different relationship off-camera. Indeed, Chris Evans recently commented on his love for RDJ, and the kindness of his words rivals those which he used to describe his ex Jenny Slate. Trust us: Evans's comments will surely soften the heart of the most stoic Marvel movie fans.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Johnny Depp's New & Upcoming Movies: 2017 And Beyond
As one of the world’s biggest movie stars, Johnny Depp has fronted many of the most popular movie releases of the last two decades. Depp is undoubtedly the king of kooky, and has added his larger-than-life characters (complete with crazy costumes) to twisted fantasies, crime dramas and big action blockbusters.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
