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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Review: Weird, Amusing, and a Bit Too Long, aka a Classic Marvel
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Review: Weird, Amusing, and a Bit Too Long, aka a Classic Marvel

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I’m still not totally sure we’ll ever get back to the MCU as we once knew and loved it, though this isn’t a bad place to start. “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” is the 32nd film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the final installment of the titular trilogy. James Gunn returns to write… Continue reading ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Review: Weird, Amusing, and a Bit Too Long, aka a Classic Marvel

‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ Review: A Tiny Hero in a Film That’s Only a Little Bit of Fun
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‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ Review: A Tiny Hero in a Film That’s Only a Little Bit of Fun

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Marvel really needs to get its act together, and I mean yesterday. “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” is the third film of the “Ant-Man” series and 31st installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lilly return as the titular heroes, who must find a way to escape the Quantum Realm and… Continue reading ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ Review: A Tiny Hero in a Film That’s Only a Little Bit of Fun

‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Review: A Thunderous Disappointment
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‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Review: A Thunderous Disappointment

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They say lightning never strikes the same place twice, but surely if anyone can buck that trend it’s the God of Thunder… right? “Thor: Love and Thunder” is the fourth film of the “Thor” franchise and the 29th in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (fatigued yet?). Chris Hemsworth reprises the titular role, alongside Christian Bale, Tessa… Continue reading ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Review: A Thunderous Disappointment

‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Review: A Scary, Violent Marvel Movie That Is a Welcome Change
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‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Review: A Scary, Violent Marvel Movie That Is a Welcome Change

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For the first time in I don’t know how long, a Marvel movie has a distinct style. “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” follows Dr. Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) as he tries to save reality and a young girl (Xochitl Gomez) from an enemy that threatens to destroy multiple universes. Elizabeth Olsen, Chiwetel Ejiofor,… Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Review: A Scary, Violent Marvel Movie That Is a Welcome Change

‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Review: Fun, Ridiculous, and Surprisingly Emotional
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‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Review: Fun, Ridiculous, and Surprisingly Emotional

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Little did Sam Raimi know when he started cameras rolling on “Spider-Man” back in 2000 that he would be launching the first film of an accidental 20-year franchise… “Spider-Man: No Way Home” is the third film of the MCU Spider-Man series starring Tom Holland in the titular role. Following the events of “Far From Home,”… Continue reading ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Review: Fun, Ridiculous, and Surprisingly Emotional

‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ Review: A Fun, Stylish MCU Entry
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‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ Review: A Fun, Stylish MCU Entry

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Phase Four of the MCU may not be the best, but so far it is the most consistent. “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” is the 25th entry of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and stars Simu Liu in the titular role as a young man who is forced to face his past and… Continue reading ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ Review: A Fun, Stylish MCU Entry

‘Black Widow’ Review: A Fittingly Action-Packed Return to the MCU
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‘Black Widow’ Review: A Fittingly Action-Packed Return to the MCU

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You know what they say, better late than never! “Black Widow” is the long-awaited (and oft-delayed) solo film for the titular superhero played by Scarlett Johansson, and follows a mission that ends up reuniting her with her family (Florence Pugh, David Harbour, and Rachel Weisz). O-T Fagbenle, William Hurt, and Ray Winstone also star while… Continue reading ‘Black Widow’ Review: A Fittingly Action-Packed Return to the MCU

‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ Is the Best Spider-Man Movie in 15 Years
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‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ Is the Best Spider-Man Movie in 15 Years

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This is “Spider-Man 2” in more ways than one. “Spider-Man: Far From Home” is the sequel to 2017’s “Homecoming” and is the 23rd film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Tom Holland reprises his role as the titular wall-crawler, as the film follow Peter Parker trying to balance his school trip in Europe with a growing… Continue reading ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ Is the Best Spider-Man Movie in 15 Years

Don’t Believe the Clickbait: ‘Dark Phoenix’ is Not *That* Bad
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Don’t Believe the Clickbait: ‘Dark Phoenix’ is Not *That* Bad

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OK, hear me out. “Dark Phoenix” is the 12th (and ipso facto final) installment of Fox’s “X-Men” series, before its likely reboot by Disney into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film follows the X-Men as they confront one of their members who has been exposed to a strange power source during a space mission. James… Continue reading Don’t Believe the Clickbait: ‘Dark Phoenix’ is Not *That* Bad

‘Avengers: Endgame’ Takes Some Risks that Don’t Pay Off, but There’s Still a Lot to Love
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‘Avengers: Endgame’ Takes Some Risks that Don’t Pay Off, but There’s Still a Lot to Love

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In some ways, this feels like “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” in that this film contains both the highest highs and the lowest lows of the franchise. “Avengers: Endgame” is the follow-up to 2018’s “Infinity War” and is the 22nd film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which began 11 years ago with “Iron Man.” The… Continue reading ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Takes Some Risks that Don’t Pay Off, but There’s Still a Lot to Love