Sebastian Smythe

The Dark Knight isn’t so great that it goes without saying.

Seriously. The soundtrack is two notes, dude. They just change the tempo and pitch a little, but that’s the guy who composed shit for fucking Pirates of the Caribbean and he’s better than that. But he couldn’t get inspired by any of the pretentious ass characters to string more than two God damn notes together.

Instantly and successfully like fuck. His first confrontation with every villain ends in a loss and we suffer through forty minutes of talking about it. If he’s so fucking noble and strategic, why doesn’t he, ya’ know, help investigate criminals before they become supervillains? Buy Batmobiles and armor for the police? Build better asylums and shit?

He’s a dick on a power trip.

Thor is a prince and a god, but more importantly he becomes a champion for his people.

I think you’re highly mistaken.

It’s called minimalism. It’s a movement with the development of music over time. Sometimes and definitely in this case, less is more. It’s a dark film. It doesn’t need fancy, disney music thrown over the top of it. The acting itself is enough to hold it without slathering it all in thick, problematic music for every scene.

Why doesn’t Thor spend less time with his head up his ass and more time giving a damn about someone else than him? His self entitlement for the throne is cringe worthy and his arrogance and self worth is far more than anything Bruce Wayne does.Thor is a Grade B hero at best. He’s meh. 

Not bad. Not great. Good for a one liner. Which is why both of his first movies flopped.... until they brought in the big green guy and he made Ragnarok a hit.

Well, obviously only one of those. Not sure which one. I only paid attention to the most important character, anyway.

You should know by now that I use the term ‘wasted’ very loosely. In terms of movie nights, no, I don’t mean black out drunk, falling over your feet wasted. I mean a few drinks. 

Beg to differ. Cap is the most important. Him or Bucky.

Good otherwise I’d have kicked you out of movie night. Few drinks sounds good to me. Should have something in the fridge. It’s well stocked.

Oh, fuck no. I’m surprised the comic book fans didn’t throw riots. It sucked. It was a fun way to drag out like, two hours of nonsense, but other than that, nah. Definitely make time to see it! Seriously, Wonder Woman fucked shit up and I was so there for it. 

Valkyrie was definitely my favorite from the movie. I wish they went deeper into her backstory, tho. 

Groot is my mans. Someone once said I reminded them of Groot and I’ve never been more honored.

I feel like Suicide squad is a good film for people who know nothing about DC. It’s a good concept just poorly executed. So if you don’t know what to expect then you can’t really complain which explains the mixed reviews.

See Wonder Woman has never interested me but I must give it a shot.

You should feel honoured !

It truly is. Plus Heath Ledger’s portrayal of the Joker is absolutely terrifying.

Well Marvel is more awesome than I realized, and it helps to keep track of when the films you’re dying to see come out.

Are you angsty enough to be Batman, though, with his stifled feelings and childhood trauma? You’d be a handsome Captain America, if I’m honest. Aw, thanks. I’ve got the Robin Halloween costume to prove it.

I’m doing alright, just feeling tired. The combination of working and studying at school is kicking my butt.

Agreed. He is incredible.

I just love how there’s three films every year I’m excited to see. Going to be weird though when it all comes to a conclusion. It’s gotta end sometime.

Yes. I’m Batman. Although I can settle on the sentinel of Liberty for sure! 

We should be Batman and Robin sometime, we’d look good.

I do not miss school and studying. That’s for sure.

You’re a nerd and Punisher is the coolest superhero. 

Appreciate it.

To be fair, he is pretty awesome. I can agree to that.

Eh. They were okay. I fell asleep during Homecoming. 

Uh… I’m not sure? The one Black Widow was in, I dunno.

Even though getting wasted would make movie night way better, I won’t. 

You missed out.

Cause that’s specific. Try every Avengers film and Iron Man 2 and Cap 2 and 3.

Uh.... no. Not really. Getting wasted for no reason doesn’t really appeal. Why sit around and drink for no reason? Yeah a few beers is fine but wasted? Ruins the movie and people are annoying when they’re drunk. You do you.

Dark Knight from DC, and I think the new Spiderman movie and the most recent Avengers movie. ‘Cause Black Widow is hot.

I’m down for a movie night. As long as we have snacks and drinks. Mostly drinks.

Homecoming was awesome. Dark Knight incredible. 

Which one? Age of Ultron or Civil War cause I’d call Civil War Avengers 2.5.

I think the Joker is my favorite villain of all time. Suicide Squad was shitty. Like, it was funny and it was cool to see the villains interact but I think it was butchered. Same with Justice League, but Wonder Woman was fucking phenomenal. Seriously, you gotta see it. But lately, Marvel has been my favorite just because they’ve put out better movies. Like, Thor: Ragnarok was way better than Justice League. 

Infinity War is gonna be so good. They’re finally bringing Guardians into it.

Same! I love how mysterious he is! See as a film it was really good. A good laugh and all that. For comic book fans it was not the best. I agree with it being butchered. They wasted some characters too and it just became the Will Smith and Margot Robbie show. Need to see Wonder Woman. It’s on the list. 

Ragnarok was incredible. What a fun movie that was. I love the humour they use with Thor, it really suits him! Plus Hemsworth with short hair, damn son.

Don’t get me started on Peter Quill. I love that man.

Teenage Groot and Rocket though? I am so excited to see that! 

Batman’s just a rich guy with an affinity for bats. His only power is white privilege. Personally, I don’t see much of a point pitting Marvel and DC against each other. Both have amazing characters and more than a few shitty story arcs.

Batman as the hero doesn’t have white privilege. He just has an awesome amount of high tech gear. Bruce Wayne has the privilege. Batman puts his life on the line without any superpowers against crazy ass villains. 

DC more than Marvel though. That’s been evident in the past few years.

It’s actually Thor, but thanks for playing.

Here’s why – you couldn’t drop Batman on another planet and expect him to be able to adapt. The dude gets thrown for a loop if he doesn’t have a shitload of prep time first, but Thor? Thor can pull wins out his magnificent ass no problem.

Uh... you serious? Nobody gave as shit about the Thor movies until Ragnarok.

I loved Ragnarok. That is how they should have done a Thor movie from the start. Thor one I can excuse because origins are always cheesy. But they managed to save Thor as a character with Ragnarok so I can give them that.

Compare that to Batman though? No competition. Dark Knight trilogy wins.

Also let’s look at it. Thor, an Asgardian prince who is thousands of years old and has the ability to travel to different realms and oh yeah, is a God. He’s got that upperhand. Batman however, he can react to instantly and successfully to threats and strategize a plan that will save the most lives and less damage.

Head to head, Thor wins for obvious reasons but movie wise? 

Batman hands down.

I have to admit - I haven’t seen Punisher. No idea why it just didn’t speak to me yet. But I do think I need to give it a try. I am kinda torn on the other shows. Do not like Iron Now Jessica Jones however - David Tennant as Killgrave?? GENIUS! Inhumans was…okay, I guess. LOVE AOS! Just LOVE IT! Although the recent story-line is just a tad over the top. I have to admit though, yes. Flash, LoT and Black Lightning are amazing - DC wins there. Arrow…I don’t know I did stop watching that. Supergirl never truly caught my eye. 

You bet I will do that! It is settled then!!! SO LOOKING FORWARD TO THAT OH MY GOD!!!!

It’s worth it. I love violence and gore though.

Jessica Jones was really good! Tennant made it for me though. His Killgrave was just spot on. Defenders was one of the best Netflix ones for me.

Haven’t seen much Agents of Shield. I watched season one. I loved Grant Ward but otherwise it was just a bit of the same formula over and over.

Sorted then. I’ll book you tickets when I get them.

That’s a tough question because for me, it’s hard to compare the two. Like, they both have their strengths and weaknesses. DC has darker backstories and storylines and I like that. But I might like Marvel’s superheroes more. I definitely like the villains in DC way better. And Wonder Woman is fuckin’ awesome.

I think if we’re just talking about films, yeah the Nolan movies are incredible and the darker Joker plot line I love. That’s my favourite movie. Suicide squad is good fun. I quite like that one. Not seen Justice league or Wonder Woman yet. I think that’s because Marvel dominate the genre as of late.

Cannot wait for Infinity war though. My mind will blow.

Am I allowed to answer this question when I’ve only seen two Marvel movies and one DC movie? At least, I’m pretty sure they were Marvel movies. 

Nope.

Wait which ones have you seen?

Right we need a movie night.

Batman is the coolest superhero, and I’m definitely mentally preparing for that film’s release. Props to you for counting the days already.

I don’t think I could ever be on par with Batman, though. I’m more of a Robin type myself.

How are you Sebastian?

Nice to have someone agree! The Dark Knight is the best.

I can’t take credit for that. Marvel posted a countdown thing.

See I’m not sure. I get compared to The Flash a lot but I don’t know who I’d like to be Captain America or Batman. They’re fun guys. Can see you as Robin.

Not bad Blaine, how about you?

Marvel wins - Hands down! DC is nice but Marvel does a way better job at tying the verses together. Just look at how they connect the Cinematic Verse with the TV one like Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Also hello? PHIL COULSON? MELINDA MAY?

By the way - I hope you know that you have to watch Infinity War with me. Best at day one.

See yeah, Marvel wins on the movie franchise definitely. The Netflix series are strong but the tv shows aren’t that strong. Agents of Shield, Inhumans, Cloak and Dagger, Agent Carter. They’re good but they’re no match to the films. Now Punisher was the best Netflix by far. God I love that show.

DC however are crap when it comes to the movies and they’re playing catch up with Marvel but they dominate the tv side. Flash, Arrow, Gotham, Black Lighting, Legends of tomorrow and Supergirl. They kill it on the viewings! 

Oh right? Well I’m going the midnight showing so you’re welcome to tag along. 

I’ve never gotten why one has to be better than the other. I like Batman, I like X-Men. I like Supergirl, I like Iron Man. In the battle between Marvel and DC, the fans win because we have so many excellent choices.

I personally don’t have an issue with either and think they’re both good at their own thing. DC dominate the television scene. Marvel dominate the movie scene. Batman remains my favourite though. I like Star Lord out of Marvel.

To be honest I’m not sure. It’s just one of those unanswered questions no-one can seem to find a definitive answer for. Makes me curious.