Batson's Blog

Everything is controversial these days, right? Even Gillette commercials aren't without controversy.  Then again, what they released wasn't so much a commercial for their products as it was a public service announcement . It's even called "We Believe: The Best Men Can Be | Gillette (Short Film)" I watched the entire commercial (you can watch it by clicking HERE ) after seeing such an online conversation about it. I didn't exactly know what to expect. Overall, I don't have any issue with it. As someone who grew up in the 90s, I think it would've been a little more positive to have some male role models that didn't fall within the traditional male stereotypes. You were either:  - the hero / tough guy (Batman, James Bond, Bruce Willis in Die Hard )  - a nerd (like Screech, Steve Urkel, the blue Power Ranger, Roger from Sister, Sister )  - a jock (Slater, etc., etc.)  - slick and smooth (Will Smith, Jerry Maguire, Zack Morris, Joey Tr...

With 2018 officially behind us and January half over, I figure it's high time I take a look into our cinematic future. 2019 certainly seems like it's going to be a Will Smith kind of year.  He's going to be in: Aladdin (as Genie) Geimini Man Spies In Disguise Smith's son, Justice, is also going to be in a  POKÉMON Detective Pikachu. What great movies (and which box office bombs) are you most looking forward to seeing? Here's my list (and a few predictions). The movies I'm most looking forward to seeing: Avenger: Endgame I mean, who can seriously compete with this one?  Avengers: Endgame will be the conclusion to the current phase of Marvel's Cinematic Universe.  It's the first two-parter Marvel movie that has come out so far. In theaters: April 26 Shazam! This looks like a fun movie!  Some of my family members are skeptical of it, but I'm excited.  I think it'll be a lighter side of DC.  A little more com...