Comments on Science Fiction Stuff: The Secret to Sequels

Yeah, a trilogy like Lord of the Rings or the odd ...

2011-08-10T11:57:24.816+12:00

Yeah, a trilogy like Lord of the Rings or the odd sequential story like Spiderman2 or Fan-Four 2 are the exception because they are exceptional, but Transformers, etc, are poor imitations of themselves.

The batman series fell into this hole for over a decade, until Chris Nolan and Heath Ledger came along and reinvented the character of Joker, stealing the show.

Good point with the reinvention instead of regurgi...

2011-08-08T22:56:30.072+12:00

Good point with the reinvention instead of regurgitation! I would also add that both of the examples you used upped the ante as well - they're much bigger in scale and general plot. The main characters both show a completely different side to their character as well which is always refreshing. Great post man!

Spiderman 2. I would say it is an exception to yo...

2011-08-05T03:52:50.525+12:00

Spiderman 2. I would say it is an exception to your rule.