Interplay

Halfway through my time as an undergraduate, my perception of critical analysis was changed thanks to a Film Studies module I took. From there, I went on to study Adaptations in my post-graduate years, tackling adaptations of popular books, comics, and videogames into other media (generally movies and television shows). Taking its name from my PhD thesis, Interplay articles are lengthy, essay-like pieces designed to discuss adaptations in their many forms and, as a result, only tend to be published two or three times a year.

Back Issues [Sonic2sDay]: Sonic the Hedgehog’s Buddy: Tails

In anticipation of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (SEGA Technical Institute, 1992), SEGA dubbed November 24, 1992 “Sonic 2sday”. Accordingly, this is a great excuse to celebrate Sonic’s faithful sidekick, Miles “Tails” Prower, who debuted in that title. Story Title: “Southern Crossover” (Part One to Three)Published: October 1995 (cover-dated: December 1995) to December 1995 (cover-dated: February 1996) The…

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Movie Night: The Crow: Wicked Prayer

Released: 19 July 2005Director: Lance MungiaDistributor: Dimension FilmsBudget: UnknownStars: Edward Furlong, David Boreanaz, Tara Reid, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Danny Trejo, and Dennis Hopper The Plot:When Jimmy Cuervo (Furlong) and his girlfriend, Lily (Chriqui), are ritualistic murdered by a Satanic biker gang led by Luc Crash/Death (Boreanaz), Jimmy is resurrected by a supernatural crow to take his revenge.…

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Game Corner [Asterix Anniversary]: Asterix & Obelix: Slap Them All! 2 (Xbox Series X)

Asterix the Gaul first debuted on 29 October 1959 in the French/Belgium magazine Pilote. Since then, Asterix has become a popular and enduring character as his stories have been translated into over a hundred languages across the world. Released: 17 November 2023Developer: Mr Nutz StudioAlso Available For: Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox…

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Game Corner: Spawn: Armageddon (PlayStation 2)

Released: 21 November 2003Developer: Point of ViewAlso Available For: GameCube and Xbox The Background:After making his debut in the comic book industry with his work on Coyote, avid artist Todd McFarlane stood out from his peers by revitalising The Amazing Spider-Man with his signature art style. In time, McFarlane became dissatisfied with his lack of creative control at Marvel and established Image Comics alongside other Marvel creatives in 1992. Image was led by Al Simmons/Spawn, a hellborn…

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Movie Night [00-Heaven]: Casino Royale (2006)

October 5th is officially recognised as “Global James Bond Day” so I’m dedicating some time to revisiting some firsts in the long-running franchise. Released: 16 November 2006Director: Martin CampbellDistributor: Sony Pictures ReleasingBudget: $102 to 150 millionStars: Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Mads Mikkelsen, Jeffrey Wright, Giancarlo Giannini, and Judi Dench The Plot:Newly promoted 00 agent James…

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Movie Night: Hollow Man: Director’s Cut

Released: 25 December 2009Originally Released: 4 August 2000Director: Paul VerhoevenDistributor: Sony Pictures ReleasingBudget: $95 millionStars: Kevin Bacon, Elisabeth Shue, Josh Brolin, Kim Dickens, and William Devane The Plot:When ambitious scientist Doctor Sebastian Caine (Bacon) arrogantly subjects himself to his invisibility serum, his team is horrified when he descends into madness after going drunk with power.…

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