Marvel’s Best Movie Yet | Review of ‘Captain America: Civil War’

By Cynthia Ayala

Captain America: Civil War starring Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan & Chadwick Boseman
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
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Political interference in the Avengers’ activities causes a rift between former allies Captain America and Iron Man.

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This film is without a doubt Marvel’s best film yet. First, let’s applaud the writers here because they took a story and adapted it as best as they could to tie it into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and they were able to do that without tarnishing the story. That right there is fantastic writing. That is spectacular writing and something Warner Bros. and DC could take a page from. This is one of the reason’s Marvel movies are so popular because they bring to life a story and characters while keeping both of those faithful to the original creation. Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. were perfect for their roles. Everyone was perfect for their roles. This is cast who not only understands their characters, but they also understand the character dynamics not just in the story but also regarding each other, and they are friends. Everyone here is friends with someone else, and it is believable not just because they are friends in real like but also because they have such great chemistry with one another.The foundation of the film is solid, and that is the key to a successful movie.
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A Delicious Tale of Revenge | Review of ‘Daughter of Deep Silence’

By: Cynthia Ayala

Daughter of Deep Silence by Carrie Ryan
Dutton Books for Young Readers

Fans of the hit ABC show Revenge are going to love this novel. Published May 26, 2015 by Dutton Books for Young Readers, Daughter of the Deep, by bestselling author Carrie Ryan, follows one young girl as she takes on a new identity and implements a plan to undo the lies and damage that has been done to her years ago, scarring her for life.
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Clockwork Prince (Infernal Devices Trilogy: Book 2)

Captivating, gut-wrenching, a simply masterful book.  Every emotion portrayed within the pages of this book, I felt.  These characters jumped off the pages.  I will admit there were times in which I was bored, but over all, half way through it I was trapped.  Tried as I might I could not put the book down, not even to write my own.  There was a lot … Continue reading Clockwork Prince (Infernal Devices Trilogy: Book 2)

ABC Cancels Missing, Pan Am And The River, Renews Body Of Proof – UPDATED

By: Kelly West Hot on the heels of news of numerous series orders for ABC comes the official cancellation of a number of shows, none of which are all that surprising but will likely be disappointing to fans regardless. Earlier, we shared word that ABC had cancelled GCB. Three other freshman dramas failed to make the cut and will not be moving forward. TVLine shared … Continue reading ABC Cancels Missing, Pan Am And The River, Renews Body Of Proof – UPDATED