Max Farrow
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A fanatical film-watcher, hill-walker, aspiring author, freelance writer and biscuit connoisseur.
These articles first appeared on Movie Pilot between Jan 2016 and Dec 2017. Follow me on Twitter @Farrow91
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Johnny Depp Rejected An Early Script For 'Pirates Of The Caribbean 5' Because It Had A Female Villain
It’s been a rough year or so for Johnny Depp. After the allegations of domestic abuse and a series of financial troubles, he’s attempting to redeem himself in the eyes of his fans by returning to one of his most famous roles: Captain Jack Sparrow. With its release date fast approaching, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales has already generated a lot of positive buzz.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Michelle Gomez Joins Stephen Moffat And Peter Capaldi In 'Doctor Who' Departure: How Will Missy Bow Out?
As Doctor Who’s brilliant tenth series rattles along at a quick, joyful pace, it is still tinged by the bittersweet fact that this is the last hurrah for showrunner Stephen Moffat and resident Time Lord Peter Capaldi. But that sense of finality and sadness is sure to get a little bit stronger for Whovians, since it’s just been revealed that another major cast member will be leaving the hit show.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Spider-Man Won't Have Control Over His Powers & Other Bombshells: Tom Holland Opens Up About 'Spider-Man: Homecoming'
Like the titular hero himself, the release date for Spider-Man: Homecoming is creeping ever closer and we here at Movie Pilot simply cannot wait for it! Indeed, it looks set to be the most commercially successful Spider-Man movie ever. It doesn’t matter that this is the third incarnation of Spider-Man that we’ve had in fifteen years, or the fact that Homecoming is the sixth Spider-Man movie overall; Captain America: Civil War perfectly introduced Tom Holland’s Spider-Man into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and we’re looking forward to seeing more of him.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Confirmed! Ayesha Will Grapple With The Guardians Of The Galaxy Again In 'Vol. 3': But What Will She Be Up To?
Does the Marvel Cinematic Universe have a problem with its villains? The jury is still out on that well-worn debate, but everyone at least agrees that some Marvel villains should survive beyond one movie appearance. Yet, a certain God of Mischief aside, very few antagonists survive long enough to crossover from film to film. However, in an interview to IGN, James Gunn confirmed that a particular foe is set to evade the chopping block, and will return to harangue our favorite bunch of A-holes in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3...
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Oh Dear: Did A 'Justice League' Cast Member Just Say The Movie Won’t Top 'The Avengers'?!
Hark, what's that sound? It's the noise of torches being lit, pitchforks being grabbed and trolls snickering — because the Marvel vs DC rivalry has just been reignited, by a DCEU cast member, no less!
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
'Guardians Of The Galaxy': Will Star-Lord’s Milano Spaceship Return To The Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Thrilling and entertaining audiences everywhere, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is undoubtedly a fine addition to the ever-growing Marvel Cinematic Universe. Love for the Guardians themselves has never been higher, even though their latest installment was perhaps the darkest Marvel movie yet, filled with the demises of some major characters. But will one of these deaths be reversed? Could we see an old and trusty friend of Peter Quill’s return to the likes of Avengers: Infinity War and the wider MCU?
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2': Who Are The Watchers, And Why Do They Hint At Big Changes In The MCU?
Warning: Mild spoilers for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 cameos and post-credits scenes to follow. You have been warned! When Guardians of the Galaxy first came out, it really wasn’t what we had expected. It made firm favorites out of previously obscure characters, and its irreverent and knowing sense of fun took us all off guard.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Hit The Deckard: Dave Bautista Says 'Blade Runner: 2049' Is Better Than The Original
Ridley Scott’s sci-fi masterpiece Blade Runner asked the question, "Quite an experience to live in fear, isn't it?" But it doesn’t seem that wrestler-turned-actor Dave Bautista is too apprehensive right now.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
Spider-Man's Awesome Mix Vol 1: Should Peter Parker Have His Own Retro Soundtrack In 'Spider-Man: Homecoming'?
The release date for Spider-Man: Homecoming is creeping ever closer, and every still and piece of footage we've seen looks suitably amazing. From the accuracy of Tom Holland’s Spider-Man costume, to the bright and colorful palette, Homecoming looks set to be a bright and entertaining superhero movie. However, there is one aspect of the upcoming Spider-Man film that isn’t being widely considered…
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
A Blast From The Past: Is A Classic Era Character Returning In The 'Doctor Who' Christmas Special?
Sadness swelled up in the Doctor Who fandom earlier this year when Time Lord incumbent Peter Capaldi regretfully announced that he was leaving the beloved British sci-fi show. However, it’s hard for Whovians to stay unhappy for long, especially when they have a fresh series to enjoy — plus it seems that they may have cause to even look forward to Capaldi’s exit.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
The Classic Theme Tune Might Return In ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’, But Not In The Way You Expect
In case you’ve been living under a rock for the past few months, it may interest you to know that Spider-Man is coming home to the Marvel Cinematic Universe this summer. Indeed, Tom Holland’s first solo outing as the superhero-in-training is shaping up to be something special, crammed with enough Easter Eggs and filmic references to please even the most cynical of cinema-goers.
By Max Farrow8 years ago in Geeks
