Spider-man, The Sam Raimi Trilogy

Admit it, these posters look awesome.

The world of the internet nerdom is all set in comic book mode since we're getting closer and closer to Avengers 2 Age of Ultron, so in order to level things up, we've decided to cover up all of the remaining based upon Marvel Comics characters films. So far we've reviewed a wide range of material featuring the old school classics:

1. The Amazing Spiderman 77-78 live action series 
2. Captain America 1979's TV movie 
3. Captain America II Death Too Soon 
4. Captain America The Movie
5. The Incredible Hulk's succesful TV serial 
6. The Incredible Hulk Returns  Featuring The mighty Thor.
7. The Trial of The Incredible Hulk featuring Daredevil.
8. Spiderman & His Amazing Friends cartoon.
9. The rare Japanese Toei No Supaidaman. 

But our blog is not only about nostalgia. We have also covered the lates entries in the Marvel cinematic universe:

1. The groundbreaking  first feature film of the Avengers 
2. The best Marvel cinematic sequel of them all Captain America: The Winter Soldier
3. The not so good Thor The Dark World
4. The death of a promising franchise with Ironman 3
5. The overrated Bryan Singer film that killed the legacy of classic comic book in X-Men Days Of Future Past
6. And a completely irrelevant reboot with The Amazing Spiderman

So as you can see, we have practically covered the entire Marvel cinematic universe, and just so you know, we're completing the list with the missing reviews for Hulk, The Incredible Hulk, Daredevil, X-Men, X-Men 2 United & X-Men 3 The Last Stand. I know you're wondering about Howard the Duck, the Fantastic Four, Ghost Rider & Elektra, but, seriously, did anyone enjoyed those shitty flicks? Oh, and what about Guardians of the Galaxy? yes, there will be a review for you daredevil completists. 

So, where to start? of course! the Sam Raimi Spiderman trilogy!

MJ nipples, must not fap!

The Green Goblin debuted in the first film of the trilogy.

The Spider-Man trilogy is a film series directed by Sam Raimi. The rights to further motion picture films based on Spider-Man were purchased in 1985 and moved through various production companies and studios, before being secured by Sony Pictures Entertainment(can you believe that? 12 years!) Sony hired Sam Raimi to direct Spider-Man (2002) and its sequels, Spider-Man 2 (2004), and Spider-Man 3 (2007). Through the films, Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) developed a relationship with his high school crush Mary Jane Watson (beautiful red head Kirsten Dunst), and as Spider-Man, battled villains such as the Green Goblin (Willem Dafoe), Doctor Octopus (Alfred Molina), the New Goblin (James Franco), the Sandman (Thomas Haden Church), and Venom (Topher Grace). The first two films were met with positive reviews from critics, while the third film met mixed reviews. While a sequel to Spider-Man 3 was in development, Sony announced that the franchise would instead be rebooted...

Spider-Man 2002

Spider-Man's first film follows Peter Parker, an orphaned high schooler who pines after popular girl-next-door Mary Jane Watson(man with that body of hers, who wouldn't?) While on a science class field trip, Peter is bitten by a genetically-engineered "super spider." As a result, Peter gains superhuman abilities, including increased strength, speed, and the abilities to scale walls and generate organic webbing. After his beloved Uncle Ben (Cliff Robertson) is murdered, a murder Peter could have easily prevented, the teenager realizes that he must use his newfound abilities to protect New York City. Meanwhile, wealthy industrialist Norman Osborn , the father of Peter's best friend Harry Osborn, subjects himself to an experimental performance-enhancing serum, which creates a psychotic and murderous split personality. Donning a military battlesuit, Norman becomes a freakish "Green Goblin", who begins to terrorize the city. Peter, as Spider-Man, now must do battle with the Goblin, all while trying to express his true feelings for Mary Jane.

This film was groundbreaking. Fantastic realistic special effects, incredible fight sequences, good acting and an interesting plot that continued to develop in the two sequels.

MJ Watson, precursor of the Free the Nipple campaign.

Too hot for school.

Spider-Man 2 2004

Spider-Man 2 picks up two years after the events of the first film. Struggling to balance both his superhero life and private civilian life, Peter still pines after Mary Jane, who is now engaged, and Harry continues to thirst for revenge against Spider-Man. As the stress of his dual life causes Peter's superpowers to wane, the hero must contend with the presence of Otto Octavius (Alfred Molina), a.k.a. Dr. Octopus, a mad scientist with four mechanical tentacles fused to his spine who sets out to recreate a dangerous fusion-based experiment that could destroy half of New York City. As the villain rampages across the city, Peter must choose between living the normal life he desires or committing to his responsibility to protect New York as Spider-Man. This sequel was praised as one of the best comic book adaptations of all times (until Christopher Nolan showed up with his Batman trilogy) 

Nevertheless, criticism about the Peter Parker character didn't take long to show up as he was depicted as a tormented soul bordering with being an Emo kid. 

Spider-Man 3 2007

Spider-Man 3 picks up months after the events of the second film. The film finds Peter basking in the spotlight as Spider-Man, and finding a balance between being a superhero and being with his love, Mary Jane Watson. Harry finally decides to take his revenge by setting up Mary Jane, then becomes the New Goblin like his father the original Green Goblin , and threatens the elements in Peter's life. Eddie Brock (Topher Grace), another photographer for the Bugle, sets out on a mission to defame Spider-Man and incriminate him. Flint Marko (Thomas Haden Church), an escaped convict, falls into a particle accelerator and becomes a shape-shifting sand monster later known as Sandman. He sets out to steal money for his chronically ill daughter. Peter later learns that Marko is the one that killed Uncle Ben, causing Peter's own dark intentions to grow. This vendetta is enhanced by the appearance of the mysterious black alien symbiotic substance that bonds to Peter, resulting in the formation of a new, jet-black costume. Once Peter separates himself from the alien, it finds a new host in the form of Brock, resulting in the creation of Venom.

This film would mark the end of the franchise due to negative reception worldwide. Personally, I think the film tried to copy Superman III formula: Good guy gone bad. As a matter of fact, the events in Spiderman 3 are way too similar with the above mentioned DC's finest.  Peter Parker, starts showing off, and as hero he goes berserk bordering the limits of a vigilante. The way he fights back the symbiotic suit is the same as Superman did: with the help of his loved ones. Once he's back to normal he makes the correspondent amends to save the day.

Sandman, New Gobling & Venom.

Not today Spidey.

Spider-Man 4 Cancellation & Reboot.

In 2008, Spider-Man 4 entered development, with Raimi attached to direct and Maguire, Dunst and other cast members set to reprise their roles. Both a fourth and a fifth film were planned and at one time the idea of shooting the two sequels concurrently was under consideration. However, Raimi stated in March 2009 that only the fourth film was in development at that time and that if there were fifth and sixth films, those two films would actually be a continuation of each other. James Vanderbilt was hired in October 2008 to pen the screenplay after initial reports in early 2008 that Sony Pictures was in contact with David Koepp, who wrote the first Spider-Man film. The script was subsequently rewritten by playwright David Lindsay-Abaire and rewritten again by Gary Ross in October 2009. Sony also engaged Vanderbilt to write scripts for Spider-Man 5 and Spider-Man 6.

Sony Pictures announced in January 2010 that plans for Spider-Man 4 had been cancelled due to Raimi's withdrawal from the project. Raimi reportedly ended his participation due to his doubt that he could meet the planned May 6, 2011 release date while at the same time upholding the film creatively; he admitted that he was "very unhappy" with the way Spider-Man 3 had turned out, and was under pressure to make the fourth film the best that he could. Raimi purportedly went through four iterations of the script with different screenwriters and still "hated it". Eventually, all of the previous plans for the failed sequels shaped what would be the Amazing Spiderman reboot films which nobody gives a fuck about because they're so very lame and unnecessary.

Multiple fapping options.

You should see the dentist more often.

Raimi's thoughts on the third and fourth film

"It really was the most amicable and undramatic of breakups: It was simply that we had a deadline and I couldn’t get the story to work on a level that I wanted it to work", he said of his split with Sony Pictures. "I was very unhappy with Spider-Man 3, and I wanted to make Spider-Man 4 to end on a very high note, the best Spider-Man of them all. But I couldn’t get the script together in time, due to my own failings, and I said to Sony, ‘I don’t want to make a movie that is less than great, so I think we shouldn’t make this picture. Go ahead with your reboot, which you’ve been planning anyway’".

He continued, "[Sony co-chairman] Amy Pascal said, "Thank you. Thank you for not wasting the studio’s money, and I appreciate your candor." So we left on the best of terms, both of us trying to do the best thing for fans, the good name of Spider-Man, and Sony Studios".

Spiderman no more.

 Now, let's move on to the trailer section: