Omega of the Omegas
February 4, 2024
Fellow author, the beautiful and profound Kai Leakes, referred to my favorite superheroine as the Omega of Omegas and words cannot express how much I adore the accuracy of the statement.
Tag: storm
The Perfect Storm: An Analysis of Marvel’s Most Important Superheroine
February 28, 2022
BY DENNIS R. UPKINS Originally published at 30UpTV: “I am a woman, a mutant, a thief, an X-Man, a lover, a wife, a queen. I am all these things. I am Storm and for me, there are no such things as limits.” —Storm Nine years old. That was the age of this Catholic Altar Boy … More The Perfect Storm: An Analysis of Marvel’s Most Important Superheroine
And I Quote
January 11, 2022
“The path of the One is made by many.” —The Oracle, The Matrix films Be it a social media post, an academic essay, a news article, or a novella, many of my readers know that I am very prone to include profound quotes in my work. A number of those quotes have guided me and … More And I Quote
In the Eye of the Perfect Storm
April 14, 2020
It’s always awesome when a work assignment requires you to pen a think piece that is ultimately a love letter to your favorite superhero. Battle on, Windrider!!!!!!
The Inconvenient Truth In Advertising
June 7, 2016
So recently Rose McGowan made headlines expressing outrage over the X-Men: Apocalypse billboard ad that showcases Ivan Ooze, I mean Apocalypse, choking Mystique, claiming that it promotes violence against women. Fox has since issued an apology for the billboard. Which I think was the right call for the studio. The right call would also be … More The Inconvenient Truth In Advertising
Review: X-Men Apocalypse
May 29, 2016
X-Men Apocalypse. I swore I wouldn’t write a review for the film. Primarily because any review I penned would pale in comparison to the excellent piece penned by my buddy and fellow N.O.C. colleague, Valerie Complex. Seriously if you haven’t read it, go do so now. Val snatched so many wigs and edges, you would’ve thought Director … More Review: X-Men Apocalypse
Kickstarter Secrets With Greg Pak
May 16, 2016
Recently Fearless Leader (known to some of you as Keith Chow), informed the N.O.C. collective that legendary comic book writer Greg Pak had a new Kickstarter campaign and wanted to see if anyone would be interested in interviewing him. My response to Fearless Leader: I’ve been a fan of Pak’s work for many years. From … More Kickstarter Secrets With Greg Pak
Don’t Buy Black Panther Graphic Novels During Black History Month
March 24, 2016
“I’m always fascinated when white geeks go on and on about how accepting and wonderful geek culture is. I don’t question their experience, I just can’t personally relate. For me, I have to be cautious of what venues of fandom I venture in, because it’s not unlike walking through gen pop, where you constantly have … More Don’t Buy Black Panther Graphic Novels During Black History Month
X-Trinity
March 26, 2014
It’s always honoring and humbling to know that my writing (even my musings on comic books) touches people in a profound way or inspires them. Last week my buddy Derpetta V. Greene penned this piece based on some thoughts I shared on Facebook regarding three cornerstone characters in X-Men: Wolverine, Cyclops and Storm. … More X-Trinity
The Unlikely Muse
February 17, 2014
Over on Latin Negro, yours truly has a guest post discussing how a storyteller’s inspiration can often come in the unlikeliest of forms. I won’t lie, this is probably one of my favorite pieces I’ve penned this year. Have a gander…..
Marvel, You’ve Got My Attention
June 14, 2013
So last week, I was reviewing the solicits for upcoming comics and saw this gem above: An all female X-Men team being led by none other than the First Lady of Marvel, Storm. And note said all female team consists of not one, not two but three women of color. Then I read about the … More Marvel, You’ve Got My Attention
Nubian Heroines: A Tribute
March 8, 2013
Now I KNOW you all didn’t think I was done celebrating all things black geekery just because February is over. In this special post, I want to show some love and celebrate a very special group that is close to my heart: black women. It’s no secret that characters of color, well people of color … More Nubian Heroines: A Tribute
The Panther Is Here
February 11, 2013
February is a special month for me. In addition to it being the month of my birthday, it is also the month we celebrate Black History and in turn a very special part of American History. To celebrate both Black History and my birthday, this year I wanted to do something a little different and … More The Panther Is Here
Black Superhero Recs
March 2, 2012
This past February I celebrated Black History Month by re-reading some of my favorite graphic novels that feature black protagonists in some most excellent stories. I also used the month to boost the signal on some excellent titles that I think fans of all colors should check out. Not surprising, more than a few people … More Black Superhero Recs
Black Panther: Review
February 27, 2012
Deep in the heart of Africa lies Wakanda, an advanced and unconquerable civilization. A family of warrior-kings possessing superior speed, strength and agility has governed this mysterious nation as long as time itself. The latest in this famed line is young King T’Challa, the great hero known worldwide as the Black Panther. Now outsiders once … More Black Panther: Review
Waiting For Wakanda
February 25, 2012
So in celebration of Black History Month, I’ve been re-reading Reginald Hudlin’s run on the Black Panther series. God do I miss him something fierce. He had the perfect blend of escapism, social commentary, political intrigue, satire, and fatansy escapism that is second to none. I get this overwhelming surge of black pride every time … More Waiting For Wakanda
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