About Nicholas Brooks
Nicholas Brooks has been writing professionally for over a decade, covering many aspects of pop culture from film and video games to comics and anime. Writing has remained his passion in that time and loves to theorize and pick apart unique connections in franchises like Marvel, Jurassic Park and much more. In his spare time, he could be found working on his bookstagram, collecting figures, reading comics or watching movies with his girlfriend.
Secret Invasion Isn't the First Time Nick Fury Was Unprepared in the MCU
Secret Invasion shows what happens when Nick Fury isn't in control. But this won't be the first time he was fooled by people he trusted in the MCU.
Bruce Banner's Most Underutilized Skills Gave Birth to a Powerful MCU Hero
Bruce Banner is one of the greatest minds in the MCU. But his most overlooked skills also created one of the MCU's most powerful heroes.
Steven Spielberg or Tobe Hooper - Who Really Directed Poltergeist?
Poltergeist has become a quintessential haunted house movie for the ages. But the controversy over its real director is equally as infamous.
How Marvel Comics Predicted The Rise of Evil AI Over The Years
AI has made its rounds as a topic of technological advancement and concern for many. But AI threats were also something Marvel had experience in.
Kraven the Hunter Altered a Major Part of the Villain's Story
Kraven the Hunter's big screen outing showcased his unique animal abilities. But a change to his origin could have greater implications.
The MCU's Most Iconic Friendship Had a Less Than Friendly Introduction
The MCU has showcased the amazing friendship between Tony Stark and Bruce Banner. But their first meeting was anything but friendly.
The Marvels Trailer Spoiled Secret Invasion in a Massive Way
Secret Invasion has shown Nick Fury may be fighting his final battle. However, The Marvels trailer already undermined a huge aspect of that idea.
Kraven the Hunter's Trailer Introduced an Obscure Marvel Villain
Sony's Kraven the Hunter will introduce more Marvel villains into live-action. But one character may be Spider-Man's most obscure foe yet.
Deadpool 2's Biggest Mistake Could Explain His MCU Debut
Deadpool is coming to the MCU, and it will no doubt raise some questions. But his worst choice could explain how he enters the universe.
Superman's Strangest Movie Outing Had His Most Impressive Feat of Strength
Superman Returns was one of the more unique entries for the character. But while low on action, it featured a still impressive feat of strength.
The MCU Has a Unique History With Sci-Fi's Scariest Franchise
The MCU changed cinema with its shared universe. But it also managed to have a strange connection to a truly terrifying sci-fi franchise.
The Phantom Menace Nearly Gave Qui-Gon Jinn a Much Smaller Role
The Phantom Menace started a whole new era for the Star Wars franchise. However, doing so almost severely cut one crucial Jedi's role.
This Bob's Burgers Season 1 Gag Explains One of Its Best Running Jokes
Bob's Burgers has had its fair share of characters with each episode. But one of the longest-running guests may have ties to a Season 1 intro gag.
The Best Jaws Copies Don't Even Feature Water
Jaws was a game-changing movie for creature features and summer blockbusters. But its best copies had nothing to do with sharks or even the ocean.
Who Is Kraven the Hunter's Calypso?
Kraven the Hunter will introduce a host of new villains to Spider-Man's universe. But who is his most trusted and deadly ally, Calypso?
What Is Marvel's SABER?
SABER has become a new passion project for Nick Fury following The Blip. But what is the organization and why is it important to the MCU's future?
Rise of the Beasts Surprise Autobot Addition Had a Strange Movie History
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts introduced a multitude of new heroes. But one Autobot's introduction has been teased for well over a decade.
A Necessary Function Made Star Wars' Starkiller Base Scarier Than the Death Star
Star Wars has had many devastating weapons over the years. But one function turned Starkiller Base into something more sinister than the Death Star.
Peter Pettigrew Met a Fitting End in Harry Potter
Harry Potter has had many villainous characters that met fitting ends. But none have compared to the fate of the conniving Peter Pettigrew.
Kraven the Hunter's Movie Origin May Hinder His Comic Motivation
Kraven the Hunter will finally get a shot at the big time with his new movie. But a change to his focus may alter his larger motivations.