Ahsoka Proves the Brilliance of Luke's Arc in The Last Jedi
Ahsoka's character arc channeled themes from Luke Skywalker's arc in The Last Jedi and proved that the film had one of Star Wars' best stories.
The Brave and the Bold Needs to Improve Robin's Cinematic Reputation
Batman & Robin presented a problematic adaptation of Batman's sidekick, but Damian Wayne's DCU debut can restore Robin's cinematic appeal.
Star Wars Television Keeps Neglecting Anakin's Heroic Legacy
Ahsoka and other live-action Star Wars series continue to disregard Anakin's redemptive qualities, thus making him a less nuanced character.
Why Jonathan Kent's Death Doomed the DCEU Timeline
Jonathan Kent's tornado sacrifice robbed Clark of the superhero experience he needed to better protect Metropolis.
My Adventures With Superman Exposed Jor-El's Flaws in Man of Steel
Superman's animated series highlighted the character flaws in Man of Steel's Jor-El, and demonstrated his lack of understanding about human morality.
How Zack Snyder Turned Superman Into DC's Darth Vader
Snyder boldly applied Shakespearean elements from Anakin Skywalker's downfall arc to the DCEU Superman, transforming Clark Kent into a tragic hero.
My Adventures With Superman Made Its Hero Exactly Like Peter Parker
The new animated Superman borrowed several elements from the MCU's Peter Parker, addressing common complaints about the DC character.
Harley Quinn Season 4 Shines When It Ditches the Heroism
The fourth season of Harley's animated series tried to make its villains more heroic, but Poison Ivy's promotion showed that it's better to stay bad.
Ahsoka: Sabine Needs More Lightsaber Training, and Star Wars Rebels Showed Why
Sabine's struggle in her first lightsaber duel with Shin Hati was actually predicted years prior in Star Wars Rebels.
Captain Marvel's Yon-Rogg Showdown Challenged Marvel Story Clichés for the Better
Carol Danvers' first adventure defied Marvel's trend of climactic super-powered duels, and showed that character development is more compelling.
The Batman's Bulletproof Armor Subverted Superman's Invulnerability
Gotham City's protector had a special bulletproof armor that evoked Superman's invulnerability, and showed one big difference between the two heroes.
Whiplash Was Iron Man's Most Underrated MCU Villain
Iron Man 2's whip-wielding antagonist had an emotionally charged backstory that made him Tony Stark's most underrated villain.
Darth Vader's Siege of Lothal Changed Star Wars Rebels Forever
Vader's hunt for the Ghost Crew epitomized the terrifying might of the Empire, and became the basis for Star Wars Rebels' gritty storytelling.
Ezra Bridger's First Rebel Victory Also Doomed His Loved Ones
Ezra inspired Lothal's citizens to resist their Imperial oppressors, but his rebellious actions cost him a reunion with his parents.
Kanan's Duel With the Grand Inquisitor Was the Franchise's Best - Because of Its Dark Twists
The Kanan vs Grand Inquisitor duel outshined other lightsaber duels in Star Wars media, because it subverted tropes from the prequels' best duel.
How an Imperial Spy Targeted Ezra Bridger's Greatest Weakness
Ezra Bridger believed the rebel front to be more unified than it actually was, and his naivete made him an easy target for the Empire.
Ezra Bridger Could've Become the Next Anakin - But Yoda Saved Him
Master Yoda's guidance saved Ezra Bridger from succumbing to his fears and falling to the dark side like Anakin Skywalker did.
The Empire Dishonored Dead Jedi, and It Cost Them Everything
The Empire mocked the Jedi's defeat by preserving dead Jedi like trophies, but the practice inspired the training of Jedi who would later defeat them.
Zeb Orrelios' Dark Morality Proved Luthen's Speech Was Right
Zeb's hatred towards the Empire echoed Luthen's speech in Andor, showing that even Zeb was affected by the dark moral sacrifices of the war.
Kanan Jarrus' Heroism Was a Bold Rebuttal of Obi-Wan's Beliefs
Kanan was unafraid to reveal his Jedi background to the Empire, and his bravery proved that Obi-Wan was mistaken about the Jedi's next hope.