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Arnie Carvalho

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Alien

Mother's Milk

Reviewed Apr 20, 2012
During its return to the earth, commercial spaceship Nostromo intercepts a distress signal from a distant planet. When a three-member team of the crew discovers a chamber containing thousands of eggs on the planet, a creature inside one of the eggs attacks an explorer. The entire crew is unaware of the impending nightmare set to descend upon them when the alien parasite planted inside its unfortunate host is birthed. Genres: Horror, Science Fiction, Theatrical Release
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Iron Man 2

Demon in a podcast

Reviewed Apr 17, 2012
With the world now aware of his dual life as the armored superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark faces pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military. Unwilling to let go of his invention, Stark, with Pepper Potts and James 'Rhodey' Rhodes at his side, must forge new alliances – and confront powerful enemies. Genres: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction, Superhero, Theatrical Release

The Trial of the Incredible Hulk

I never thought I'd die fighting side by side with a Hulk

Reviewed Mar 13, 2012
Falsely accused of assault, Dr. David Banner is arrested and placed on trial, facing the possibility of a long prison sentence. Blind attorney Matt Murdock takes on his defence, while secretly operating as the vigilante Daredevil. As the courtroom battle unfolds, Banner’s struggle to control the Hulk leads to a dangerous confrontation with criminal mastermind Wilson Fisk. Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Superhero, TV Movie

The Incredible Hulk Returns

By Odin's Beard! Hulk Returns!

Reviewed Mar 6, 2012
Years after the end of the original series, David Banner continues his wandering search for a cure for the condition that turns him into the Hulk. He reunites with former colleague Don Blake, unaware of his mystical connection to Thor. When a criminal organization threatens their lives, Banner is forced to unleash the Hulk once again, marking the character’s return after the series finale. Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Superhero, TV Movie

The Return of the Incredible Hulk

If Mr. Feeny is killing Julie, Cory and Topanga better wa...

Reviewed Mar 2, 2012
Continuing his solitary flight, David Banner arrives in a small town where he saves the life of a young heiress, the target of a deadly conspiracy orchestrated by her stepmother and a corrupt physician. While working undercover to protect the girl and dismantle the plot, Banner must struggle to contain the beast within, especially when the arrival of reporter Jack McGee threatens to expose his secret to the world. Genres: Action, Drama, Science Fiction, Superhero, TV Movie
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Ghost Rider

It's Valentine's Day, so we review this love story!

Reviewed Feb 14, 2012
In order to save his dying father, young stunt cyclist Johnny Blaze sells his soul to Mephistopheles and sadly parts from the pure-hearted Roxanne Simpson, the love of his life. Years later, Johnny's path crosses again with Roxanne, now a go-getting reporter, and also with Mephistopheles, who offers to release Johnny's soul if Johnny becomes the fabled, fiery 'Ghost Rider'. Genres: Action, Fantasy, Superhero, Theatrical Release, Thriller

Captain America (1990)

Captain in the Rye

Reviewed Jan 31, 2012
During World War II, a brave, patriotic American Soldier undergoes experiments to become a new supersoldier, "Captain America". Racing to Germany to sabotage the rockets of Nazi baddie "Red Skull", Captain America winds up frozen until the 1990s. He reawakens to find that the Red Skull has changed identities and is now planning to kidnap the President of the United States. Genres: Action, Adventure, Direct to Video/Streaming, Science Fiction, Superhero, War

Captain America (1979)

The only thing this has in common with the comic characte...

Reviewed Jan 17, 2012
Artist Steve Rogers is nearly murdered by spies, seeking his late father's national secrets. He is saved during surgery via a secret formula; this serum not only heals him but also gives him fantastic strength and lightning reflexes. To help solve the mystery behind his father’s murder and bring those guilty to justice, a government agency equips him with a special motorcycle loaded with gadgets and an indestructible shield. Now armed, he battles against the nation's enemies as the Sentinel of Liberty, Captain America. Genres: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction, Superhero, TV Movie

Nick Fury: Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Hell hath no Fury like David Hasselhoff!

Reviewed Jan 10, 2012
Marvel's hard-boiled hero is brought back to fight the menace of Hydra after exiling himself in the Yukon since the end of the Cold War. The children of the former Hydra head, Baron Von Stucker, have taken charge of the terrorist organization. Under the lead of his vicious daughter, Viper, Hydra has seized a deadly virus and threatens the destruction of America. Genres: Action, Science Fiction, Superhero, TV Movie

Rocky Balboa

Yo Adrian! Where are you?

Reviewed Jan 3, 2012
When he loses a highly publicized virtual boxing match to ex-champ Rocky Balboa, reigning heavyweight titleholder Mason Dixon retaliates by challenging the Italian Stallion to a 10-round exhibition bout. To the surprise of his son and friends, Rocky agrees to come out of retirement and face an opponent who's faster, stronger and thirty years his junior. Rocky takes on Dixon in what will become the greatest fight in boxing history! Genres: Drama, Theatrical Release

Rocky IV

Paulie's robot has more emotional development than the hu...

Reviewed Dec 20, 2011
Rocky Balboa holds the world heavyweight championship, but a new challenger has stepped forward: Drago, a six-foot-four, 261-pound fighter who has the backing of the Soviet Union. This time, Rocky's training regimen takes him to Siberia, where he prepares for a globally televised match in the heart of Moscow. But nothing can truly prepare him for what he's about to face – a fight to the finish, in which he must defend not only himself, but also the honor of his country! Genres: Christmas/Holiday, Drama, Theatrical Release

Rocky II

Spoiler Alert: Halfway through the podcast Arnie goes int...

Reviewed Dec 6, 2011
After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable. Genres: Drama, Theatrical Release