The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe brings a founding member of The Avengers to the big screen for the first time with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man.” Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.
Director: Peyton Reed
Cast: Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Evangeline Lilly, Matt
Gerald, Corey Stoll
Release Date: Jul
17, 2015 RealD 3D
Runtime: 1 hr. 55 min.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Family
Review:
I have no issue saying that I expect the worse when I
heard Antman was announced to the docket of Marvel films being made. First of all, the concept is one of those ridiculous
conceits that probably play better on the page than in real life. Secondly, there’s all the behind the scenes
drama with Edgar Wright leaving the project and Peyton Reed coming and having
to rewrite part of the script with Paul Rudd.
It just seemed ready made for a disaster, so was it? No, it’s a fun movie that’s hilarious in
parts and enjoyable throughout. The
sillier part of the concept is pulled off with impressive ease and Paul Rudd
fits the role perfectly. A solid supporting cast, anchored by a very
engaged Michael Douglas, makes for an all around good time. It’s the type of Marvel film you come to
expect and it doesn’t throw any major curveballs. There are a few Marvel universe bits thrown
in and it’s not as shoehorned as they’ve been in other film. Minor issues like Evangeline Lilly’s wig and
Corey Stoll mustache twirling villainy, I still half expected his toupee from
The Strain to pop up, are digestible.
Antman is a solid entry to the ever expanding universe and worth seeing
for impressive action set pieces and a surprisingly sharp script, be sure to
stick around for the two stingers at the end.
B
Nosiness got the better of me and I had to read your review now - I'll catch the film next week.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds a lot better than I expected it to be although I don't think I will ever get my head around the appeal of Paul Rudd.
Good to see that the post credit scenes are worth it!
K :-)
It's a fun enough film, nothing great but a good time. Post Credit scenes are worth it, especially the last one.
DeleteIt was solid and I enjoyed it a lot more than I expected! I've no issues with Ant-Man popping up in future films
DeleteI think that the second post credit sequence was Marvel's best to date. Worth the wait.
K :-)
Yeah I originally thought it was going to be a mess but it was a lot of fun in the end. Totally agree on that 2nd stinger, greatness...
DeleteLike you said, we are in complete agreement on this one. It was enjoyable, and worked better than I thought given the road to making it. Ant-Man as a character is a solid addition to the MCU.
ReplyDeleteGood review!
All things considered it came out much better than expected. I had a good time with it.
DeleteNot a big fan of Marvel, and I totally don't like the Avengers, but this one was really fun. Entertained me from start to finish, thanks to excellent performances from Douglas and Rudd, lots of hilarious dialogue and some ace action scenes, especially the super-funny train scene. 8/10 from me :)
ReplyDeleteIt was a lot of fun all around, really accessible to everyone, even people who aren't big Marvel fans.
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