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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

Mar 29, 2014 by John Casteele

Will ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ Collapse Under the Weight of Too Many Villains?

Films that feature a number of villains sometimes underperform due to the juggling act of establishing each as a credible threat. Will the new "Spider-Man" film have this problem, or will it manage to avoid overcrowding?

Mar 27, 2014 by John Casteele

Are Crowdfunding Sites the Future, or a Bubble Waiting to Burst?

On March 3, the crowdfunding site Kickstarter announced that it had reached $1 billion in total pledges since the site was launched. What's next?

Mar 26, 2014 by John Casteele

Will Fox Dominate the Box Office With its Comic Universe?

Despite having two films in its Marvel-licensed universe that haven't been released, Fox is looking toward the future and announcing new sequels as well as a mystery project. Will this boldness be rewarded with box-office hits, or is the studio setting itself up to fail?

Mar 18, 2014 by John Casteele

How Hard Is it to Keep ‘Constantine’ True to the Comics?

As the "Constantine" pilot begins filming, fans are arguing about whether it's important for the character to retain vices such as smoking on-screen. Is it really that hard to create an adaptation of the character that stays true to the comics?

Mar 17, 2014 by John Casteele

Will a Change in Overtime Law Change How Companies Do Business?

On March 13, President Obama signed an order to have the Department of Labor look into the state of overtime for salaried workers. Will this move benefit the economy, or will it just cause more problems for struggling companies?

Mar 13, 2014 by John Casteele

How Much of a Risk Is Fox’s ‘Gotham’ Series?

Fox is moving ahead with the pilot for its "Gotham" TV series, and it recently announced the casting of the boy who will play Bruce Wayne. Will the show be able to consistently draw in viewers week after week, or will it have problems balancing the different aspects of its story?

Mar 11, 2014 by John Casteele

Will ‘Noah’ Movie Controversy Lead to Box Office Troubles?

Paramount Pictures has placed an explanatory message in front of screenings of "Noah" at the behest of the National Religious Broadcasters. Was this move taken out of genuine concern, or was it merely an attempt to avoid controversy?

Mar 6, 2014 by John Casteele

Is ‘Uprising’ the Event that ‘Agents of SHIELD’ Needs?

Marvel's "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." has launched an in-series event called "Uprising." Will this latest story arc improve the show's ratings, or is it too late for the show to appeal to anyone but the faithful?

Mar 3, 2014 by John Casteele

Warner Bros. Prepares a Monster-Sized Hit with New Godzilla Movie

The last time that Godzilla was featured in an American film, fans were turned off by the non-traditional take on the monster. With Warner Bros.' upcoming "Godzilla" film, it seems that the studio has gone the traditional route to help ensure happy box office returns.

Mar 3, 2014 by John Casteele

Will a Windows Phone Price Drop Make a Dent in iPhone and Android?

Despite making headway in international markets, Windows Phone still struggles to increase its global market share. Will new features and an initiative targeting the low end of the smartphone market help it to move more devices?

Mar 3, 2014 by John Casteele

Is a ‘Birds’ Remake a Bad Idea for Universal?

In the past, remakes of Alfred Hitchcock films have not been well received. Is Universal Pictures taking too much of a risk by moving forward with "The Birds"?

Mar 1, 2014 by John Casteele

Could a ‘Minecraft’ Movie Be a Hit?

Fresh off of the success of "The LEGO Movie," Warner Bros. has optioned the film rights to the popular video game "Minecraft." Could a "Minecraft" film actually be a hit?

Feb 26, 2014 by John Casteele

What Does the Comcast-Netflix Deal Mean for the Internet?

Comcast and Netflix have signed a deal to eliminate some of the quality issues that Netflix has experienced as of late. What are the potential implications of this deal, and what could it mean for the Internet as a whole?

Feb 25, 2014 by John Casteele

Could 2014 Be the Year the Wii U Finds its Audience?

With slow console sales and a lack of third-party support, saying that the Wii U is struggling is an understatement. With a few high-profile first-party games on the horizon, however, Nintendo might start attracting more fans.

Feb 25, 2014 by John Casteele

Is Fantastic Four’s Human Torch Making a Trip to Superman’s Metropolis?

While fans adjust to the news that Michael B. Jordan has been cast as the Human Torch in the upcoming "Fantastic Four" reboot, new rumors suggest that he may be in talks to play another costumed hero as well.

Feb 25, 2014 by John Casteele

Will the ‘Veronica Mars’ Movie Change the Hollywood Distribution Model?

Time Warner's Warner Bros. Pictures is breaking new ground with a dual release of "Veronica Mars," letting fans see the film in theaters or streaming online on the same day. Will it work?

Feb 25, 2014 by John Casteele

Will ‘Heroes Reborn’ Miniseries Be a Must-See Event for NBC?

NBC surprised everyone with the announcement of a 13-episode "Heroes" miniseries to air next year. Is there still enough interest in the show to make the miniseries a must-see event, or will it be largely overlooked by the viewing public?

Feb 24, 2014 by John Casteele

NBC Casts Matt Ryan as ‘Constantine’ for Upcoming Series

NBC is moving into production on a pilot for a possible "Constantine" series, based on the character from DC Comics' "Hellblazer." Could a "Constantine" show be a hit for the peacock network?

Feb 24, 2014 by John Casteele

Netflix vs HBO: Is the Rivalry as Intense as it Seems?

Netflix has long identified HBO as one of its biggest competitors for content, and "Netflix vs. HBO" comparisons are fairly common. Is the rivalry between the two companies as big as it's made out to be, though?

Feb 21, 2014 by John Casteele

Is ‘Doctor Strange’ on Marvel’s Slate for 2016?

Looking beyond the known films on Marvel Studios' production slate, rumors have begun circulating that a "Doctor Strange" film could be getting closer. If the rumors hold true, could the film be one of Marvel's unannounced films slated for release in 2016?

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