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.

Movie Night: Hellboy II: The Golden Army

Released: 11 July 2008Director: Guillermo del ToroDistributor: Universal Pictures Budget: $82.5 to 85 millionBox Office: $168.3 millionRotten Tomatoes Scores: 86% / 71% Quick Facts:Despite Hellboy (del Toro, 2004) being an instant cult classic, development of a sequel stalled due to distributor issues. Working alongside Hellboy creator Mike Mignola, director Guillermo del Toro crafted an original…

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Movie Night [Bat-Month]: Batman (1966)

Since his first appearance in the pages of Detective Comics, Bruce Wayne/Batman has become a pop culture icon. September celebrates “Batman Day”, the perfect excuse to celebrate this grim and broody vigilante. Released: 30 July 1966Director: Leslie H. MartinsonDistributor: 20th Century Fox Budget: $1.378 millionBox Office: $3.9 millionRotten Tomatoes Scores: 80% / 62% Quick Facts:Between…

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Movie Night [MK Day]: Mortal Kombat II

To celebrate the simultaneous worldwide release of Mortal Kombat (Midway, 1992) on home consoles, 13 September 1993 was dubbed “Mortal Monday”. Thus, it’s only fitting that to celebrate this influential fighting series every September 13th. Released: 8 May 2026Director: Simon McQuoidDistributor: Warner Bros. Pictures Budget: $80 millionBox Office: $75.2 millionRotten Tomatoes Scores: 65% / 89%…

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Back Issues [Sonic CDay]: The Return of Chaotix / Return to the Miracle Planet

Developed alongside the blockbuster Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (SEGA Technical Institute, 1992), Sonic the Hedgehog CD (Sonic Team, 1993) released on this day back in 1993 and introduced Metal Sonic (one of Sonic’s most popular and enduring rivals). Story Title: “The Return of Chaotix” (Part 1 to 6)Published: 9 December 1995 (cover-dated: 22 December 1995)…

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Screen Time [Kirby Month]: Kirby: Right Back at Ya! (S1: E: 1-3)

Created by Masahiro Sakurai, the disgustingly cute, ever-ravenous Kirby is one of Nintendo’s most popular characters. Accordingly, I’m dedicating most of July to celebrating the pink puff-ball. Directors: Mitsuo Kusakabe (1/2), Hiroyuki Yokoyama (3) Air Dates: 6 October 2001 (Japan)/14 September 2002 (USA) to 20 October 2001 (Japan)/21 September 2002 Networks: CBC TV (Japan), Fox…

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Back Issues [Sonic Month]: Doomsday / The Final Victory

Sonic the Hedgehog was first introduced to gamers worldwide on June 23 1991 and, since then, has become not only SEGA’s most enduring and popular character but also a beloved videogame icon. Thus, in keeping with tradition, I’m dedicating some time to celebrate SEGA’s supersonic mascot. Story Title: “Doomsday” (Part 1 to 3)Published: 5 February…

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