Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms (2021) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 10, 2026

AKAPAD the FILM BUFF podcast · Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms (2021) The Film Buff Review [00:00:01]The video opens with an introduction to the Mortal Kombat Legends animated film series, highlighting its timeline starting from 2002’s “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge”. The host acknowledges this as part of a broader animation discussion, apologizing […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 7, 2026

[00:00:10]The video begins with an introduction to a creative project centered around the Pantone 2025 Color of the Year unboxing. The presenter notes that although the footage was recorded about a year ago, it is only being shared now due to various channel and social media commitments. The year 2025 was described as a period […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

[00:00:01]Introduction to Extreme Monday and Rob Liefeld Focus [00:00:51]Contextualizing Rob Liefeld’s Impact and the ’90s Comic Scene [00:01:27]Heroes Reborn: Marvel’s Bold Reboot and Liefeld’s Role [00:02:07]Industry Challenges and Crossovers in the Era [00:04:01]Rob Liefeld’s Artistic Approach and Speed [00:05:25]Narrative and Character Choices in Avengers #1 [00:07:02]Visual Style and Coloring Excellence [00:08:31]Criticisms vs. Artistic Intent [00:10:03]Team […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

[00:00:10]Introduction to Rob Liefeld and Extreme Studios [00:00:49]Personal Connection and Channel Focus [00:01:27]Context of the Video and Creator Workflow [00:02:08]Amy Pak’s Role and Rob Liefeld’s Influence [00:04:02]Discussion on Industry Evolution and Artist Trajectories [00:05:23]Rob Liefeld’s Current Role and the Comic Market Crisis [00:06:42]Cover Culture and Its Impact on Comic Book Consumption [00:07:58]Social Media and Marketing […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

[00:00:03]Introduction and Context [00:00:40]Background on the Topic: Invincible and Power Levels Debate [00:02:05]The Criticism of Rob Lifel and His Position [00:02:36]Creator of Deadpool’s Argument Against Criticism [00:02:52]Example of Robert Kirkman’s Own Criticism of Superman [00:03:22]Broader Implications of the Gatekeeping Logic [00:03:41]Modern Comic Book Creation and Social Media Dynamics [00:04:24]Credit to ND Manga Creator and Criticism […]

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

Extreme Monday: Bloodstrike #5 (1993) – Defining the Violent Edge of Extreme Studios & Rob Liefeld’s 90s Universe Rob Liefeld’s Extreme Studios brought pure 90s ferocity to Image Comics, and Bloodstrike #5 is one of its most defining issues. Hosted by AKA Patterns, this episode breaks down the good, the bad, and the spine-ripping chaos […]

Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge (2020) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

In this raw and heartfelt episode of the AKAPAD The Film Buff Podcast, host Peter A. DeLuca (AKA Pad) opens up about a personal setback: missing the Broad Street Run due to a nagging foot injury and arthritis that forced him to halt his training. He reflects honestly on pushing through pain, the frustration of […]

Wuthering Heights (2026) The Film Buff Review

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 6, 2026

In this review, Peter A. DeLuca dives into Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights (2026) — a $80 million box office hit ($342M worldwide) that stars Margot Robbie and features an unstoppable cast including Owen Cooper, Allison Oliver, and Jacob Elordi. Six years after Promising Young Woman and following the cultural phenomenon Saltburn, Fennell once again delivers […]

The Empire Strikes Back (1980) The Film Buff review for Star Wars May the 4th 2026

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On May 5, 2026

Discover why The Empire Strikes Back (1980) is one of the greatest science fiction movies of all time in this passionate deep-dive review. From the desperate Battle of Hoth to Darth Vader’s iconic evolution, Philadelphia film obsessive Peter A. DeLuca The Film Buff explores the film’s deadly serious tone, masterful storytelling, and lasting impact alongside […]

Street Fighter 2 the last of the perfect character line-ups

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On April 29, 2026

Street Fighter 2’s Iconic Character Lineup: The Last Great 80s Roster Bridging into the 90s With the highly anticipated October 16, 2026 release of the new Street Fighter movie on the horizon, I’ve put together a deep dive into all things Street Fighter beyond the video games—covering the anime, manga, cartoons, and more—while also examining […]