James Gunn

  • Review: ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2’ is awesome like your fave mixtape (Includes first-hand account)

    Taking a chance on a lesser known Marvel property paid off in spades a few years ago when the studio introduced mass audiences to the Guardians of the Galaxy. A flawless cast endeared viewers to these previously unfamiliar characters and the old school soundtrack had them grooving in their seats, all while writer/director James Gunn‘s script entertained, engaged and left everyone wanting more. With the release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, their calls have been answered with glorious humour, action and dancing.

  • Review: TIFF 2016: ‘The Belko Experiment’ is designed to ensure success (Includes first-hand account)

    In an attempt to understand how humans carry out certain acts or why they exhibit specific behaviours in particular situations, the scientific community conducts social experiments. Designed to recreate or mimic predetermined conditions, the test subjects’ responses are monitored, recorded and examined to try to gain a greater understanding of how or why people do things. Some of these studies and/or methods have been controversial, though they’ve provided invaluable statistics. However, key elements of these trials are the participant’s consent and assurances to prevent physical harm — The Belko Experiment lacks either of these components.