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John Casteele

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John Casteele is a freelance writer, editor, and occasional web cartoonist. He prefers long-term investments, largely in retail, medical, and tech.

Recent Articles by John Casteele

May 19, 2014 by John Casteele

Will Channing Tatum's Gambit Be the New Face of the X-Men?

Twenty First Century Fox is moving ahead with its next 'X-Men' film, even though 'Days of Future Past' has yet to hit U.S. theaters. Is the casting of Channing Tatum a sign of where the studio might go now that Hugh Jackman's contract is fixing to expire?

May 14, 2014 by John Casteele

Will SyFy's Comic Book TV Show Gambit Pay Off?

NBCUniversal's SyFy network recently announced a total of four comic book adaptations that are in the works. Is the network just trying to see what will stick with comic audiences, or is there a plan in place?

May 8, 2014 by John Casteele

Does an X-Men TV Show Make Sense for Fox?

With 'Days of Future Past' hitting theaters later this month, Fox is examining its options for the future of the franchise. Would it make sense to branch the series out into a TV show as well?

May 7, 2014 by John Casteele

'Daredevil' Is Set to Expand Disney's Marvel Universe on Netflix

Marvel's Chief Creative Officer recently discussed some of the plans for "Daredevil," the first original show from a five-series Disney/Netflix deal. How will it tie in with the rest of the Marvel universe? And can it interpret the character better than the original "Daredevil" film?

May 5, 2014 by John Casteele

What Does the 'Star Wars' Casting Tell Us About Disney's Plans?

The main cast for 'Star Wars: Episode VII' was revealed recently, and somewhat surprisingly consisted largely of unknowns and up-and-comers. Is this a sign that the new film is going back to the original trilogy's roots, or just a way for Disney to control its budget?

Apr 29, 2014 by John Casteele

Can the New Mario Kart 8 Save Nintendo's Wii U?

"Mario Kart 8" is set for release on May 30, and so far it has some really great buzz behind it. Could it be the hit that Nintendo needs to really turn the Wii U around?

Apr 28, 2014 by John Casteele

Is Tapping Zach Snyder to Direct 'Justice League' a Risk for Warner Bros.?

Warner Bros. recently revealed that its upcoming "Justice League" film would be helmed by Zach Snyder, director of last year's "Man of Steel" and the upcoming "Batman vs. Superman" film. Is this a smart move, or could the studio be taking too big of a risk?

Apr 28, 2014 by John Casteele

Netflix Makes the Leap to Cable TV

Netflix has announced a deal with a few select cable companies that will see its app come preinstalled on company DVR units. Does this indicate a new direction for Netflix's growth, or just an extension of what the company has been doing?

Apr 24, 2014 by John Casteele

What the HBO Deal Means for Amazon Prime

Amazon and HBO recently announced a deal that will make some HBO shows available for Amazon Prime subscribers. How much value will this bring to the streaming video service?

Apr 23, 2014 by John Casteele

Why Amazon Acquired ComiXology

While Amazon's acquisition of ComiXology might not have caused the same sort of stir as talk of drone deliveries and grocery sales expansions, the purchase will give the company access to a growing industry moving forward.

Apr 21, 2014 by John Casteele

Why Using Kickstarter to Fund the Purchase of the New Wu-Tang Album Defeats the Purpose

A Kickstarter campaign has been launched to fund the purchase of the Wu-Tang Clan's "Once Upon a Time in Shaolin" to distribute it digitally. Does it have a chance of succeeding? If it does, will it destroy the whole concept behind the album?

Apr 19, 2014 by John Casteele

Is Record-Breaking 'Game of Thrones' Piracy a Problem for HBO?

"Game of Thrones" recently broke a Bittorrent record, making a recent episode the most-pirated single episode of a TV show of all time. Is this bad news for HBO, or is the network actually pleased with this distinction?

Apr 10, 2014 by John Casteele

Will 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Get a Season Two?

ABC's 'Agents of SHIELD' received some positive buzz after the most recent episode, but viewership reached its lowest level to date. Will the series get renewed, or will it be on the chopping block?

Apr 9, 2014 by John Casteele

Will Microsoft's Cortana Increase the Appeal of Windows Phone?

At its recent BUILD conference, Microsoft officially unveiled its "Cortana" virtual assistant. Will the new Windows Phone feature actually increase the appeal of the mobile OS?

Apr 9, 2014 by John Casteele

Will 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Dominate the August Box Office?

Despite mixed fan reactions to the film's first trailer, "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" still looks poised to perform well when it's released in August. There is one film that might be able to beat it, though.

Apr 8, 2014 by John Casteele

‘Captain America 3’ Confirmed: What Does This Mean for Warner Bros.?

Following a phenomenal U.S. opening for "Captain America: The Winter Soldier," Marvel Studios has revealed that a third "Captain America" movie is on its way in 2016. What does this mean for Warner Bros.' competing "Batman vs. Superman" film?

Apr 8, 2014 by John Casteele

Would a ‘Goonies’ Sequel be a Box Office Hit?

Director Richard Donner recently sent the Internet rumor mill into overdrive with a casual mention that he was doing a sequel to 1985's "The Goonies." Could the sequel really happen?

Apr 4, 2014 by John Casteele

‘Ghostbusters 3’ Is Finally Moving Forward, but Can it Be a Hit?

Sony Pictures is finally moving forward with "Ghostbusters 3," despite the loss of co-writer and star Harold Ramis. Could the film still be what fans want to see?

Apr 3, 2014 by John Casteele

Why Warner Bros. Box Office Success Should Continue Through 2014

Warner Bros. has been off to a good start this year with the massive success of "The LEGO Movie." Looking at its upcoming slate and a few things that have recently been announced, though, that film's success is only the beginning.

Apr 3, 2014 by John Casteele

Is a New Marvel TV Show Based on Agent Carter a Good Idea?

With "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." still struggling to improve its ratings, is it the right time for an "Agent Carter" series based on the Marvel One-Shot?

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