Max Farrow

Movie Pilot • 23rd June 2018

The 7 Most Sensational Superhero Movie Scenes Of 2017

Comic book movie fans have had plenty of awesomeness to enjoy in 2017. But out of these fantastic films, what scenes have plucked at our heartstrings the most? Which moments have given us goose bumps, or made us laugh and whoop with glee? Here are seven fan-favorite superhero scenes of the year!

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

'Blade Runner 2049': How K Evolves To Become The Most Human Character Of All

K's detachment from humanity, and his emotional state reflect the very essence of this film, and his character development serves as a poignant message for viewers to digest.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

'Thor: Ragnarok' Is A Bold Commentary On The Insidiousness of Imperialism

Beneath the jokes, Thor: Ragnarok contains one of the most sobering subplots in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so much so that we are forced to reconsider the God of Thunder's movie series as a whole.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

We Need To Talk About The Treatment Of Roxy In 'Kingsman: The Golden Circle'

The Kingsman series gained our attention because of its bawdy and playful attitude towards the tropes of the spy movie genre. Unfortunately, any hopes for compelling female character arcs were dashed within the first half-hour of this sequel - and it's a crying shame.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

5 Margaret Atwood Novels That Deserve A TV Adaptation Following The Success Of 'Alias Grace' & 'The Handmaid's Tale'

Here are five of Margaret Atwood's most popular creations, which all deserve to be brought to life on TV.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

Why Do Animated Movies Such As 'Shrek' & 'Despicable Me' End With Dance Parties?

Since the early 2000s, it seems that every CGI animation must end with its main characters (and sometimes villains too) convening on the dance floor, getting their groove on to some upbeat tunes, both before and during the rolling credits. But why?

Movie Pilot • 27th June 2018

From Targaryens To Time Lords: 13 Actors Who Have Appeared In 'Game Of Thrones' And 'Doctor Who'

Though the two universes of Game of Thrones and Doctor Who are unlikely to ever meet outside the realms of fan-fiction, they do have quite a lot in common. Both shows include sprawling mythologies, mystical beasts and a penchant for gut-punching character deaths... and of course, the two TV shows also make great use of their predominately British casts. Indeed, throughout their extensive histories, quite a few TV talents have “vworped” from the world of Westeros into the Doctor’s universe and vice versa...

Movie Pilot • 27th June 2018

The Riddle Of Regeneration: Explaining The Secret Process At The Heart Of 'Doctor Who'

Along with that iconic theme tune and the irreplaceable TARDIS, Doctor Who features a biological process that is key to the show’s winning formula: regeneration. But even though the show is over half a century old, regeneration remains as mysterious and changeable as show’s titular character; so here's a handy guide to help every fan get to grips with this complex concept.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

These Parodies Of Famous Superhero Scenes In The Style Of The 'Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2' Opening Are Hilarious

Some funny folks online have taken pre-existing superhero showdowns and edited them, so that they hilariously mimic the fun-filled frenzy of Guardians of the Galaxy 2’s opening scenes. There are already a huge amount of these parodies online — check out a few of our favorites.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

Why Steve & Diana's Chat About Sex Is A Crucial Scene In 'Wonder Woman'

Everyone talks about the inspiring No Man's Land scene. But this other, less-discussed scene is just as important to understanding the ethos of Wonder Woman.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

Edgar Wright Dishes On His Departure From 'Ant-Man' — And Reminds Us About A Recurring Problem In Hollywood

The dreaded grouping of the words “departing,” “project” and “creative differences” that are used when a director or star leaves a film is one that we’ve accepted as a fairly transparent code for “we weren’t getting along.” But why is this happening more and more in Hollywood at the moment?

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

'Pirates of the Caribbean 5' Has A Saucy Little Easter Egg...About Mayonnaise?!

Whilst Pirates of the Caribbean: 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.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

11 Facts You May Not Know About 'Star Wars: A New Hope' On Its 40th Anniversary

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, here are 11 pieces of little-known trivia about that film which begun a world-changing saga.

Movie Pilot • 1st May 2017

What Do Corridor Fight Scenes Reveal About The Future Of CGI & Practical Effects In The SFX Industry?

In the past decade especially, there is one kind of brawl that has become the boldest and most dominant way to demonstrate awesomeness in the action genre: the corridor fight scene. As the label suggests, these scenes are long battles inside some sort of hallway, featuring a character that becomes a one-person army against a horde of foes in a devastating show of power. But why are these sequences so popular?

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

'Game of Thrones' To 'Taboo': Why is There So Much Incest on TV Right Now?

It’s no surprise that sex is a big deal in our beloved shows; as the old adage goes, sex sells. However, our protagonists and their, ahem, appetites are changing. The inclusion of one taboo story line - in one the most talked-about shows of 2017 - made it clear that one trend in TV is on the rise.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

From 'Drive' to 'Guardians of the Galaxy': 11 Hit Tunes That Are Forever Tied to Their Films

When you hear a particular song playing, do you automatically think of that one film scene where it's used to great effect? Let’s take a look at the eleven most iconic marriages of original music and movies.

Movie Pilot • 25th June 2018

Mel Gibson Calls 'Batman v Superman' a "Piece of S**t"- Why the Elitism Against Superhero Movies?

When Mel Gibson sat down to discuss his World War 2 movie Hacksaw Ridge, the maligned movie star really didn’t mince words when the subject of Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice came up. But is his hatred of the film - and the superhero genre -justified?

Movie Pilot • 1st January 2017

2016: A Terrible Year, but a Great Year for Progressive Blockbusters

2016 has seen a massive shift in our social landscape, and films such as Star Trek Beyond, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Moana, Doctor Strange, Zootopia and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story have reflected that in both overt and subtle ways.

Movie Pilot • 20th December 2016

The CGI Grand Moff Tarkin in ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ Raises Some Ethical & Moral Questions

CGI-Governor Tarkin is one of the most significant CGI accomplishments in the history of cinema, even though it is not the first instance of Hollywood turning back the hands of time. Yet it has proved to be so controversial that the studio has had to make public statements to soothe to the concerns of movie-goers.

Movie Pilot • 25th October 2016

This Old Spider-Man Comic Predicted the Final Battle in 'Doctor Strange' Years Ago!

Comic book movies are known for closely replicating the panels of their comics, but this is different. Instead of life imitating art, it’s a case of art imitating art!