What We Know So Far About 'Captain Marvel'

Moviegoers who were patient enough to watch the post-credit scene of “Avengers: Infinity War” were in for a treat when the ace up Nick Fury’s sleeve turned out to be Captain Marvel. For the initiated (those knowledgeable about Marvel Comics), they know that Captain Marvel is “Marvel’s biggest female hero” and “quite possibly Marvel’s mightiest Avenger.”

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Most viewers probably gasped at the aftermath of Thanos’s snap and wondered how what’s left of the Avengers would be able to defeat the Mad Titan, who was mighty enough to wield all six stones infinity at once. With the help of Captain Marvel, their odds of doing so will rise exponentially.

But before we get to see the Avengers battle Thanos again in the unnamed-yet sequel, Captain Marvel and her alter-ego, Carol Danvers (to be played by Brie Larson), will grace the big screen first in March 2019.

Marvel Studios have always been great at keeping things under wrap and preventing big spoilers from coming out prior to their movies’ release dates. However, some details have already been made public, such as the following:

It will be set in the 1980s and 1990s and serve as an origin story, telling of how Danvers gained her superpowers.

Nick Fury, who is portrayed by Samuel L. Jackson, will be in the limelight once more – this time with both eyes still intact. The movie will also show Fury’s first encounter with a superhero.

Fan-favorite Agent Phil Coulson will make his way back to the silver screen. His role will be reprised by Clark Gregg.

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Captain Marvel will help protect Earth as the planet will be caught in the center of an intergalactic conflict between Skrulls, a shape-shifting alien race, and Krees, a militaristic alien race that was first introduced in the MCU in “Guardians of the Galaxy.”

The film is currently in principal photography and already halfway completed.

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The Usual Suspects: My all-time favorite mystery movie

When “The Usual Suspects” first came out in theaters in 1995, it wasn’t a blockbuster hit. But those who got to see it left theaters wide-eyed and smiling, having seen one of the greatest Hollywood mystery movies of their generation. 

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Directed by Bryan Singer (who would later go on to direct most of the “X-Men” franchise), “The Usual Suspects” is a brilliant and stylish mix of mystery and action. The plot centers on five individuals accused of burning down a ship and killing all the mercenaries on it. These five men are all hounded by an FBI agent looking for the truth.

And there is one question everyone will be asking the entire time -- Who is Keyser Sose? Probably one of the most popular questions in film history, Keyser Sose here is referred to as “the Devil himself.” The harrowing tale of five hardened and formidable men reaches its climax in ways nobody could ever predict. 

The ending will hit you like no other Hollywood movie ever has, which is a testament to how great the buildup was. 

Truly, “The Usual Suspects” is Singer’s best film by far. Kevin Spacey, who has very recently, fallen from grace, won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role as the Verbal Kint, the person with disability among the five tough guys. 

Plus, a huge chunk of the movie takes place in New York City, my favorite place in the world. 

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What Keeps 'The Fast And The Furious' Franchise Interesting?

Since 2001, people have been captivated by “The Fast and the Furious” films. Almost 20 years later, we're still waiting for the next films. Here are some of the reasons why I think the franchise is still gaining fans all over the world:

The diverse cast

While Dominic Toretto has always been the ringleader of the team, we can't help but root for Brian, Giselle, Han, Roman, Tej, and all the new additions to the squad. The ragtag team of anti-heroes and their adventures all over the world has exposed us to different cultures as well. The diverse cast shows us that different types of people can be represented in one film. For a movie that started in the early 2000s, the FF series paved the way for diversity on film.

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The nice cars

I'm not that much of a car geek but every time there's a scene where the characters pick their cars, I can't help but watch with jaws dropped. The vehicles are unbelievably beautiful, luxurious, and fast. Seeing our heroes drive through cities and terrains with these vehicles is exciting enough for me. My favorites are Brian's Nissan Skyline GT-R R34, the W Motors Lykan Hypersport that passed through skyscrapers, and Roman's bright orange Lamborghini Murcielago.

The unbelievable plot

Another thing that I love about the franchise is that every movie is fast and action-packed. Sometimes the scenes could seem ridiculous, but that's what why we're watching. We want our heroes to jump from planes, drive their luxury cars through military tanks and live through the whole experience. Adding The Rock and Jason Statham to the team guarantees more out-of-this-world action sequences.

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What do you think? Is it time to schedule a movie marathon with friends?

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A Beginner’s Guide To Drone Technology

Drones have become very popular and commercially available in the past few years, giving people a novel way to take expansive and sweeping shots of various terrains for both personal and professional video use. Let’s take a closer look at what makes these drones work.

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The technology is known as UAV, short for unmanned aerial vehicle. It doesn’t just refer to the drone itself, but to the device’s aerodynamics, materials used for manufacturing, circuit boards, as well as the chipset and software that powers it.

A typical drone is made of light, composite materials that reduce weight and increase the unmanned aircraft’s maneuverability. Most military drones need these materials for high-altitude surveillance. Drones are remote-controlled using a system called ground cockpit. Military-grade ones often come with infrared cameras, GPS, and a laser.

Today, civilian use of UAVs vastly outnumbers military ones, with already over a million drones estimated to have been sold in 2015. The sale of drones has been increasing rapidly and exponentially, as the device offers tons of benefits to various industries from agriculture and real estate to aerial photography and video-blogging.

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Soon, drone technology will complement other autonomous technologies like unmanned cars, A.I.-powered medical equipment, and home robots.

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The Fans Have Spoken: Favorite Mcu Blockbusters

Although movies from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, or MCU, have been much favorably received compared to those of the DC Expanded Universe, or DCEU, it has to be noted that not all MCU films are created equally. Let’s take a look at fans-approved MCU movies.

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Marvel’s The Avengers

The first Avengers movie was more of an event than a film. It was a production that had never been done before, with several superheroes having their own feature films leading up to this one. The final result was an amazingly good time. Joss Whedon expertly blended fast-paced action with his own brand of humor to come up with the climax of MCU’s Phase One.

Captain America: Winter Soldier

The second installment of the Captain America film series wasn’t only the best of the series, it was one of the greatest superhero films ever crafted. The Russo Brothers succeeded in making a movie that was great as a stand-alone movie but also had very far-reaching consequences as far as the entire MCU goes.

Thor: Ragnarok

The third Thor movie had more of a “Guardians of the Galaxy” vibe than any other MCU movie that wasn’t “Guardians of the Galaxy.” “Thor: Ragnarok” was the most fun fans ever had in a movie theater in ages, and the jokes were simply brilliant. This was definitely one of the best 2017 films had to offer, across all genres.

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Emerging architecture trends for 2018

2017 has been a good year for architects, and 2018 is just right around the corner. As with any other industry, the architecture industry faces new challenges and opportunities each year. As 2017 is coming to an end, let’s examine the emerging trends in architecture for 2018: 

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Public and private spaces come together 

More and more people gather in urban areas, so the prices for real estate increase as cities today face a space crunch. This can result in long traffic jams. Because of this, cities combine public and private spaces and have designated fixed spaces for residential, commercial and industrial. 

Increased use of high technology in construction 

The rise of 3-D-printed construction projects has opened many doors of opportunities for architects. 3-D printing technology is now past the apprenticeship stage and is ready to make a huge impact on large-scale development. Holland is the prime example of this, as it produced the world’s first 3-D printed concrete bridge. 

At one with nature

2017 is the year the world focused on the need to pay close attention to the state of the environment. That’s why in 2018, we will see more architectural projects planned with the environment in mind. Apple’s new headquarters was a good example being completed last September. 

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The Pros and Cons of Children Using Tablets

Tablets and smartphones are a common sight in almost every household in America. That’s the age we live in. These gadgets have proven very useful for work, entertainment, and keeping kids busy and quiet.

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Particularly for parents who have more urgent things to do than attending to their children, these gadgets are a great bribery tool. Though smartphones and tablets are effective tools for calming the kids, they have adverse effects. Here are the pros and cons of kids using tablets or smartphones:
Cons
1.During the child’s first five years, their brain develops rapidly. Very young children learn best by interacting with people. Screen time limits babies’ social interaction, limiting brain development in the process.
2.Babies and toddlers learn better with materials they can touch, versus what they can see on a screen.
3.Studies are proving that over-exposure to screen has an impact on attention span and concentration.
Pros
1.Kids develop an aptitude for technology, which is an important skill now, and more so in the future.
2.Gadgets offer an opportunity for your child to learn and stimulate his mind in a fun way.
3.Screens can be used to spur babies’ cognitive and social development. Given parents are involved in their child’s use of devices.

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