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 & Knuckles: Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble
When Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (SEGA Technical Institute, 1994) released on this day in 1994, gamers were introduced to Knuckles the Echidna. Takashi Yuda’s mischievous, dreadlocked antagonist is my favourite of Sonic’s supporting cast so excuse me while I celebrate his debut throughout February. Story Title: “Tttriple Tttrouble!!!” (includes “Part II: Zone Sweet Zone!”, “Part…
Movie Night: Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew
Released: 16 July 2005Director: Kunihiko YuyamaDistributor: Toho Budget: UnknownBox Office: ¥4.3 billionRotten Tomatoes Score: 81% Quick Facts:An instant phenomenon, Pokémon (Nintendo/Creatures/Game Freak, 1995 to present) dominated playgrounds with videogames, trading cards, and an ongoing anime series (1997 to present). This led to the successful first feature film, which spawned a slew of sequels. By 2005,…
Back Issues & Knuckles: Sonic & Knuckles
When Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (SEGA Technical Institute, 1994) released on this day in 1994, gamers were introduced to Knuckles the Echidna. Takashi Yuda’s mischievous, dreadlocked antagonist is my favourite of Sonic’s supporting cast so excuse me while I celebrate his debut throughout February. Story Title: “Panic in the Sky” (Part 1 and 2)Writers: Mike…
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Movie Night [Sci-Fanuary]: The Running Man (2025)
January celebrates two notable dates in science-fiction history: “National Science Fiction Day” on January 2 to coincide with the birth of world renowned sci-fi writer Isaac Asimov, and 12 January being when Arthur C. Clarke’s HAL 9000 was created. Accordingly, I dedicate January to celebrating sci-fi in all its forms. Released: 14 November 2025Director: Edgar…
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Back Issues [Sci-Fanuary]: The Fly: Outbreak #1-5
January celebrates two notable dates in science-fiction history: “National Science Fiction Day” on January 2 to coincide with the birth of world renowned sci-fi writer Isaac Asimov, and 12 January being when Arthur C. Clarke’s HAL 9000 was created. Accordingly, I dedicate January to celebrating sci-fi in all its forms. Story Title: “The Book of…
![Movie Night [Sci-Fanuary]: War of the Worlds](https://drkwaitingroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/waroftheworlds2-0.png?w=636)
Movie Night [Sci-Fanuary]: War of the Worlds
January celebrates two notable dates in science-fiction history: “National Science Fiction Day” on January 2 to coincide with the birth of world renowned sci-fi writer Isaac Asimov, and 12 January being when Arthur C. Clarke’s HAL 9000 was created. Accordingly, I dedicate January to celebrating sci-fi in all its forms. Released: 29 June 2005Director: Steven…
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