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All 19 Marvel Cinematic Universe Movies, Ranked
If youâre a massive comic book fan like me, the surprise announcement of a cinematic universe based on Marvel characters back in 2008 had you elated. Now, 10 years later, after the release of Avengers: Infinity War, we all need a refreshing look back on how far weâve come by re-visiting all 19 (!) Marvel Cinematic Universe movies.
Eighteen:Â Iron Man 2 -- âIs that Mickey Rourke?â was my only thought throughout this whole movie. Rourke as Whiplash makes you question what direction the production wanted to go in. Itâs a muddled storyline, but the charm of the MCU saves it from being a complete flop.
Seventeen:Â The Incredible Hulk -- They literally wanted to erase this one from history. Edward Norton is criminally underwritten as Bruce Banner, being able to showcase his immense talent and range by doing nothing but make silent, weird faces throughout the movie. The Hulk has so much potential, weâve seen him shine with the Avengers and Thor, that I think itâs time that we revisit a solo Hulk movie.
Sixteen:Â Doctor Strange -- Marvel has perfected their movie-making process in the past couple years, fixing what used to be their generic storylines into further-developed ideas, but that wasnât the case with this Benedict Cumberbatch-starring blockbuster. The Sorcerer Supreme has such an immense realm of powers that itâs almost hard to capture, but I think thatâs where this movie goes above and beyond. The visuals are amazing, but the story doesnât have much substance outside of it.
Fifteen:Â Thor: The Dark World -- I think this movie is the best showcase of the overused thread for comic book movies (a problem that especially plagues Marvel) with a bland and forgettable villain and little to no substance weighing the film down. However, the cast has such fun chemistry together that it keeps this movie from falling further down the list.
Fourteen: Ant-Man -- Iâll be honest, I was really hoping Edgar Wright was going to direct this movie as planned. Instead, I was left wondering what could have been. Paul Rudd gets utilized to the best of his abilities and Evangeline Lilly really saves her character from being just another love interest, however, I just wish that we could have gotten that trademark Wright quirky feel, it really could have taken this movie to another level. Fingers crossed that Ant-Man and the Wasp fares better treatment.
Thirteen: Thor -- This one really gets a bad rep. I still feel that new, innocent feeling of when the MCU was first introduced when I rewatch it, and I would recommend you do, too. The acting is incredible, especially the relationships between Anthony Hopkinsâ Odin, Chris Hemsworthâs Thor, and Tom Hiddlestonâs Loki. It borders on Shakespearean, however, and it doesnât always fit into the traditional summer blockbuster picture. They opened the mold just wide enough for this movie to fit inside, and I think it really works, bringing a new concept into a franchise that could have easily run into the ground by that time.
Twelve:Â Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2 -- Last summerâs sequel to the surprise smash hit that was the original Guardians, Vol. 2 has the same basic story as before, but the newly introduced stuff isnât as enjoyable (how do you waste Kurt Russell, of all people?). The third act especially gets muddled, and the source material is a little out-there for casual fans to catch on to. Weâll see what James Gunn comes up with for Vol. 3, I guess.
Eleven:Â Thor: Ragnarok -- Taika Waititiâs inventive, bubbly spirit is everywhere in this movie, and considering how the last two Thor movies were received, it was a welcome addition to a franchise bursting with possibility. Who knew that Thor had such sharp comedy chops?
Ten:Â Iron Man 3 -- This movie is so much heavier than what was advertised. A superhero struggling with PTSD? Yes, please! It makes for a much more interesting story than usual, especially for Marvelâs first three-quel. Considering they still touch on the ideas introduced in this movie, I would definitely suggest a re-watch.
Nine:Â Avengers: Age of Ultron -- Another underrated movie, Ultron flew under the radar for most. It was a little underwhelming as a sequel compared to The Avengers, but it still has great comedy and introduced the gut-punching emotional moments weâve all come to know as a part of the MCU. The storyline definitely peaks interest, but it can sometimes get buried underneath the subplots that are treated as equal (especially when they can get a little problematic). Nonetheless, a worthy addition to the Marvel canon.
Eight: Guardians of the Galaxy -- The first trek into space, Guardians blew everyoneâs expectations out of the water. What was expected to be a subtle sidekick movie to the main Avengers flicks, instead delivered a fun, musical ride alongside the team that no one knew existed. An amazing feat, especially considering James Gunn didnât have many directing credits to his name before signing his contract.
Seven:Â Captain America: The First Avenger -- Another one of my favorites, this movie introduced the Star-Spangled man with a plan, a fan-favorite throughout history. It could have easily been a kitschy patriotic tale, but instead had some surprising gravitas to it with the addition of pal Bucky Barnes and solemn setting of World War II. It also gave us the best love interest in the Marvel universe, with Hayley Atwellâs Agent Peggy Carter (I definitely recommend seeing her spin-off TV series if you havenât). An all-around crowd pleaser.
Six:Â Iron Man -- The first movie in the than-unannounced cinematic universe, this movie hit the motherload in charisma with star Robert Downey, Jr. as Iron Man and Jeff Bridges as Obadiah Stane. The world-building is nuanced, as it had to be, but the surprise post-credits scene (another soon-to-be staple of MCU films) had hardcore comic fans rolling in theater aisles with excitement. A great kickoff to an unforgettable franchise.
Five:Â Captain America: Civil War -- A more somber option, Civil War brought together all of your favorite heroes (and then some more) to duke it out over their philosophical principles regarding their jobs. It might sound a little heavy for the MCU, but it culminates in a 15-minute fight scene, so nothing too far from normal. The only reason it isnât higher on the list is because the source material, Mark Millarâs 2006 series, is treated with such hard-hitting tonal brutality that doesnât translate so well to the screen adaptation. For such a great comic series, the movie becomes underwhelming and doesnât have any real consequences. Itâs still a winner in my book, though.
Four: Spiderman: Homecoming -- After being introduced in Civil War, Spider-Man set out on his own solo (sort of) adventure in this 2017 blockbuster. Starring newcomer Tom Holland, this was the first Spider-Man film to employ an actual teenaged actor, and it shows. Peter Parker discovering his abilities within the pressure of a much-larger MCU world made for a charismatic, heartwarming portrayal of a relatable character.
Three:Â Black Panther -- The box-office smash of February, Chadwick Boseman wore his claws with such ferocity and style that it was hard to remember that this was a Marvel movie. Add to that a scene-stealing supporting cast, an amazing soundtrack, and the power of representation, youâve got the recipe for a classic.
Two: Captain America: The Winter Soldier -- This movie changed the game at a time when the superhero formula was growing tired. A sleek spy thriller brought a fresh take to the first Avenger, especially considering the weight that this movie carried in terms of world-building. Thereâs a reason directors Joe and Anthony Russo keep getting asked back.
Honorable Mention:Â Avengers: Infinity War (SPOILER ALERT!) -- The most recent MCU movie, I really, desperately need you to go see this without any context before you read on. Okay, if you have seen this one, you understand why I was nothing but a sobbing, stressed-out mess throughout the whole two hours and 40 minute run time. They promised us heartbreak, and boy, did they deliver. All of your favorite characters are dead (it was only a matter of time, I guess). I canât wait to see how they continue the story in the subsequent Avengers movie and the coming standalone films.
One:Â The Avengers -- There was a time where I was able to quote this movie word-for-word from beginning to end (no joke) from watching it so many times. This movie had so much going for it, it would have been so much easier to make a mediocre movie that satisfied fansâ lowest expectations and nothing more. Instead, we got this, the culmination of four years of carefully escalating storytelling and meticulous character building. This was the first time we got to see Marvelâs gift in ensemble pieces, somehow being able to establish every character equally, introduce new ones, and create coherent stories that keep our interest. I still donât know how theyâre able to pull all of this off, but Iâll keep rushing to the theater as long as theyâre still doing it.
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A League of Their Own: My Review of Justice League
You canât save the world alone (at least thatâs what all of the marketing for the movie told you). The team-up of classic characters from DC Comics, Wonder Woman, Batman, Aquaman, Cyborg and The Flash, Justice League boasts a strong cast, if little else.
The movie itself might not hold up under intense scrutiny (just the beginning, for example, feels like the production team wanted to try out four or five different openings and then just left them all in). Itâs oddly paced, and the production troubles are pretty tough to ignore, but the teamâs chemistry keeps it from falling into shambles.
The film utilizes Joss Whedonâs talents fantastically, and despite the tragedy that caused him to sign on, it definitely saved the movie. The âteam-assemblingâ segment is very rushed and ultimately doesnât pay off, since as soon as all of the characters arrive together on screen, they seem already well-adjusted. Those introduced to the universe without a standalone film surprisingly hold their own in a massive blockbuster and even peaked my interest in seeing their future installments.
Thereâs an entire subplot about Superman, which could have been the focus of a movie by itself. It is resolved surprisingly quickly to get back to the much less interesting plot featuring Steppenwolf, another flat, lame CGI monster that Warner Brothers just canât seem to get right. The attempts at fleshing out an army of extraterrestrial villains to use in later movies are vaguely hinted at, but anyone familiar with the lore of the comics will see through the watered-down backstory.
It appears that Warner Brothers has learned its lesson from Batman v. Superman, since this movie is not stuffed to the brim with plot lines that lead nowhere, but the bar was set so low, that it would be nearly impossible not to clear it.
Ultimately, Justice League is a step in the right direction for the DC Extended Universe, but leaves deserving fans wishing it was more of a leap up, up, and away.
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The Best Valentineâs Day Movie Youâve (Probably) Never Seen
Yes, even I would cringe at the words âAdam Sandler romantic comedyâ, but I promise you itâs worth it. Iâm bringing to you one of the salvageable gems of Sandler, The Wedding Singer, before the downhill spiral along the lines of Grown Ups and Jack and Jill.
The â90s were Sandlerâs heyday, with his five-year stint on Saturday Night Live blowing him up to a box-office staple. Billy Madison was his first, Happy Gilmore his second, and by the third, Sandler had toned down his sixth-grade humor in The Wedding Singer.
The Wedding Singer is about Robbie Hart (Sandler), a wedding singer, and Julia Sullivan (Drew Barrymore), a reception hall waitress, both engaged to other people. After getting stood up at his wedding, Robbie becomes depressed, ruining his performances. Julia tries to cheer him up by asking him to help plan her wedding. He agrees, and their friendship blossoms from there, however, their feelings for each other deepen and they ultimately fall in love. Add some more back and forth, as per usual rom-com, but I promise you the ending will make your heart melt.
The reason why Barrymore and Sandler still work together to this day is because of this film. Their chemistry is so charming, and of course, thereâs the stereotypical Sandler style of humor, but it never tips the scale to full-blown immaturity. The movie even spawned a Broadway musical, which was nominated for the 2006 Tony Awards for Best Actor (Steven Lynch), Musical, Book and Score.
Conventional, sure, but adorable, heartwarming and hilarious, The Wedding Singer is sure to entertain singles and couples alike on Valentineâs Day.
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Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2018
Happy New Year! This was a great year for movies. Titles like âDunkirk,â âBaby Driverâ and âWonder Womanâ among my favorites of 2017. Looking ahead, however, 2018 could prove fruitful with my top ten most anticipated films.
Ten: Black Panther (Feb. 16) -- Kicking off the list is the much anticipated, sleek superhero flick. Black Panther was my favorite part of Captain America: Civil War, and I canât wait to see everything Chadwick Boseman has to offer. It promises to be a refreshing take on the tired cycle of Marvel Studiosâ regular output.
Nine:Â Creed II (Nov. 21) -- The sequel to the 2015 movie that caught me off-guard, Creed II will continue the compelling relationship between Rocky Balboa and Adonis Creed, played brilliantly by Sylvester Stallone and Michael B. Jordan. This time, however, Creed seeks revenge when he fights the man who killed his father. Sounds like the workings of a fascinating story.
Eight:Â Mary Poppins Returns (Dec. 25) -- Normally I would have paid no mind to this movie, especially after the underwhelming Saving Mr. Banks, but the duo of Lin Manuel-Miranda and Emily Blunt changed my mind. Thinking of the star-studded cast list (Meryl Streep, Dick Van Dyke, and Julie Walters, just to name a few) and what talent Miranda brings to the table gets my blood pumping.
Seven:Â Love, Simon (March 16) -- Romantic comedies are not my forte, but this one makes me wonder what I could be missing out on. Based on the book Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda, the story centers on Simon, a closeted teen who falls in love with an anonymous classmate online. It looks like an honest, funny and wholesome movie.
Six:Â A Wrinkle In Time (March 9) -- All of my undying love and adoration for director Ava DuVernay aside, the powerhouse cast and the imaginative source material suggest that this could be a dramatic turn for the better, not just for book adaptations, but for Hollywood as a whole.
Five:Â The Incredibles 2 (June 15) -- Who isnât excited for this movie? The Parr family is back to save the world one more time, and despite the 14 years between the release dates of the original and the sequel, the movie pretends as if no time has passed, picking up right at the setup from the last movie. Sounds like another fun, exciting ride, and with Pixar at the helm, it will be a force to be reckoned with.
Four: The Post (Jan. 15) -- A little bit more of a somber film, The Post showcases the raw talent of stars Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep in a political thriller on par with All The Presidentâs Men. The movie centers around the war between The New York Times, The Washington Post and the U.S. Government about the publishing of the Pentagon Papers. The Post is already garnering positive reviews and has some Oscar buzz surrounding it, not to mention the star power and the gripping source material.
Three:Â Ready Player One (March 30) -- What do you get when you cross Steven Spielberg, an inventive novel and all of the pop culture phenomena that you could possibly imagine? A surefire hit, thatâs what. Set in the future, the creator of the virtual-reality universe dies and sets up an easter egg hunt where the winner will inherit his fortune. Young outcast Wade Watts throws his hat in the ring, but soon finds players will do anything--online or in person--to get the prize. The expanse of the universe is nearly impossible to believe, but once I caught a glimpse of it in the trailer, I was sold immediately.
Two:Â Oceanâs 8 (June 8) -- The sound of âall-female rebootâ makes the regular public roll their eyes (Iâll admit I do it sometimes, too), but with all of the heat that it packs, this one could prove to be different. A spinoff of the George Clooney Oceanâs series, this one also boasts a talented cast, like Sandra Bullock, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling and Helena Bonham Carter, as a crew attempting a heist at the Met Gala. If this works out the way I think it can, it could really pave a new road in Hollywood and open the boysâ club up to new ideas.
One: Bohemian Rhapsody (Dec. 25) -- Call this wishful thinking, since thereâs little to no information on the movie yet, but I canât help but be excited by the thought of a major Hollywood movie about the ethereal juggernaut that is Queen. Rami Malek seems like he has the chops to pull off Freddie Mercury. The movie is about the lead-up to the bandâs legendary performance at the 1985 Live Aid concert, and I canât imagine that the production team would try to touch something this beloved if they didnât have something good up their sleeves.
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The Best Thanksgiving Movie Youâve (Probably) Never Seen
A top 10 list for Thanksgiving movies would be appropriate, however, not enough exist to make a complete list. Instead, this time around, Iâm going to focus on just one movie: Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987, R).
The movie features Steve Martin as Neal Page, a frantic advertising executive on a business trip in New York City trying to get home to his family in Chicago for Thanksgiving. He reluctantly teams up with Del Griffith (John Candy, âUncle Buckâ), a travelling shower curtain ring salesman with a big heart and bigger patience. They try everything in their power to get back to Chicago, including, you guessed it, planes, trains and automobiles.
The movie is such a classic and really stands the test of time. The duo of icons Candy and Martin deserve more than one movie, but this one plays to both menâs strengths brilliantly. The hilarious and heartwarming Planes, Trains and Automobiles is a favorite of my family during the holiday, and I hope it can be one for yours, too.
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Top 10 Halloween Movies for Weenies like Me
Listen, we all know that the horror genre dominates the movie scene during Halloween, but I know Iâm not the only one who finds them awful. Who enjoys being terrified or grossed out? Never fear (pun intended), for I have compiled a list of the ten best Halloween flicks that are completely enjoyable and will let you sleep peacefully at night. Win win!
Ten: The Haunted Mansion -- Kicking off the list is a deep-find Disney flick, but a fun time, nonetheless. Eddie Murphy is his charismatic self in a spooky film about being trapped in a house with ghosts, ghouls, zombies, and floating crystal balls with faces. It may be tacky, but it sure is amusing!
Nine: The Monster Squad -- One of the lesser-known Halloween movies, The Monster Squad is cheesy 80âs kids movies at its best. It has a Goonies-esque group of monster-loving kids finding the have to fight the things the love the most after Dracula resurrects them. A fun ride that is horribly underrated.
Eight: The Little Vampire -- A throwback to one you probably watched on T.V. as a kid. The 90âs favorite child actor, Jonathan Lipnicki, stars in this movie about a little kid who becomes best friends with a kid vampire. The plot is sometimes hard to follow, with a historical amulet to be found, some bullies to one-up, and a vampire hunter to outrun, but the charm of the kids keeps this movie from turning to dust.
Seven: The Mummy (1932) -- Donât confuse this with the 2017 Tom Cruise flop. This or any classic monster movie are terribly underrated nowadays. Donât let the horror title scare you; this is the only area where the movie shows its age. Dramatic, intriguing, and way better than anyone gives them credit for, classic monster movies deserve their rightful place on this list.
Six: ParaNorman -- The story of misunderstood Norman Babcock with powerful capabilities takes on ghosts, zombies, and grown-ups to protect his town of Blithe Hollow when a centuries-old witch'sâ curse threatens to wake the dead. The only problem is that nothing is as it seems. A fresh, new classic to add to your Halloween night.
Five: The Rocky Horror Picture Show -- A year-round classic that never ages. If you havenât seen it already, do yourself a favor and go rent it. Itâs a staple for a reason. Why arenât all Halloween movies musicals?
Four: The Addams Family -- A modern classic, and for good reason. Based on the 1964 television show of the same name, the kooky and spooky Addams family have battle with some greedy neighbors, solve cases of stolen identity, and try their hands at the real world. Bonus: if you like this movie, you can watch its sequel, Addams Family Values!
Three: Beetlejuice -- The cool, creative, zany flick from the one and only Tim Burton has Michael Keaton as a ghost helping a recently deceased couple evacuate new tenants from their house. The chaos that ensues is why this movie is one for the books.
Two: Ghostbusters -- A more obvious pick, yes, but it totally deserves its spot on this list. The charming, rambunctious combo of Venkman (Bill Murray), Stantz (Dan Aykroyd), and Spengler (Harold Ramis) is what makes this movie unforgettable and so satisfyingly quotable. Who you gonna call?
One: Young Frankenstein -- The number one spot goes to this criminally, criminally underrated film from master of comedy Mel Brooks. Gene Wilder plays Professor Frankenstein (pronounced Fronk-en-steen), grandson of the infamous scientist. When he inherits his grandfatherâs castle, he finds the book where he describes his reanimation project. This is only the beginning, however, and I wonât spoil what happens in the second half, but trust me when I tell you itâs a must-watch. And you should take any excuse to watch a Mel Brooks movie.
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Welcome to my movie review blog!Â
My name is Breanna, and I am a huge cinephile. I started this blog to write about what Iâm passionate about, and I truly, truly love movies. Here youâll find my opinions on nearly everything, from upcoming movies, new movies, and movies from the past.
I hope youâll stick around, and happy reading!
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