I'm glad to see this movie is about a good guy. Not just a costumed superhero, but a genuinely good person. I am so stoked for this movie and I'm glad to hear it really was knocked out the park. Can't wait.
Escape to the Movies: Captain America
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meh, still not interested. Marvel's films have been painfully lackluster ever since Iron Man 2 was revealed to be a directionless bore due to Marvel being far too much in love with the Avengers.
And no Bob, the Avengers is not working. Hate to break it to ya, but not explaining something in a movie with the hand-waving of "oh, it was explained in ANOTHER movie!" is unacceptable. Films will never be comics and your love of comics refuses to admit that. Here's an analogy: this is like if they had a vitally important scene for a comic mini-series explained in a tie-in issue without TELLING YOU.
And no Bob, the Avengers is not working. Hate to break it to ya, but not explaining something in a movie with the hand-waving of "oh, it was explained in ANOTHER movie!" is unacceptable. Films will never be comics and your love of comics refuses to admit that. Here's an analogy: this is like if they had a vitally important scene for a comic mini-series explained in a tie-in issue without TELLING YOU.
Sheez, you got it rough :\ where do you live?bartholen said:Oh please, it's not out for nearly a month where I live.Doctor Brobotnik said:Bah! This movie isn't out for another WEEK in New Zealand. WHYYYYY?!
Well, I look forward to opening night here in Zuu Zullind
And from that, its opening night is on my birthday. Perhaps I'll watch this one.
(Capcha - 'i see'. Maybe life isn't so tough after all.)
I'm glad you said all those things Bob. Do I like snarky, edgy, or heroes with a bit of darkness to them? Sure I do. But after 20-30 years (and especially the post-Pulp Fiction era) where those were the only protagonists onscreen, I'm starving for an inspiring, capable, unapologetic Good Guy. I'm dying to see a Lawful Good character portrayal that doesn't degenerate into Lawful Stupid. And I'm glad there finally is one.
I'm generally not a fan of ultimate good vs. ultimate evil storylines and characters, but then I'm not a fan of attempts to add complicated morality but simply making it gritty and ambiguous. I'll certainly give this one a shot.
Hey Bob, can you stop trolling your community please? "Batman Who?" Really? You have to know by now that people are crazy about this movie and saying stuff like that has no purpose, but to incite people. Also, no superhero movie has surpassed The Dark Knight, and I doubt this one will either.
OT: I doubt it is as good as you say it is going to be, but I am glad it's getting such high praise.
I can't wait to see it.
OT: I doubt it is as good as you say it is going to be, but I am glad it's getting such high praise.
I can't wait to see it.
Wow, I had expected this to be the worst of the avengers setups, awkwardly trying to avoid alienating international viewers while still keeping true to the patriotism that is needed by a character named captain america.
I still have doubts about the Avengers movie, mainly about how all these heroes' chemistry could possibly work together, but this has given me hope.
I still have doubts about the Avengers movie, mainly about how all these heroes' chemistry could possibly work together, but this has given me hope.
I've been waiting for this movie eagerly ever since it was announced, because Cap and Iron Man are my two favorite Marvel Heroes (besides Deadpool) because they provide superb contrasts. They got Tony Stark the snarky alcoholic self-loathing narcissist right, can they get Steve Rogers sincere sweet golden boy right as well? (I'd argue that it'd be harder to get Cap done right then it was for Iron Man). And I was desperately waiting for you to put up this video all week to assure myself that they could do it right, also because I'm scheduled to see it thrice this weekend with three different groups of people.
And I'm so happy they did.
Also, your comments as to why you loved the movie just assure me further that you're my perfect geek reviewer since I agree full-heartedly with how you describe the character and the setting as being exactly what Cap needs.
I'm so excited to see this, and even more so for the Avengers Movie, man I hope it's half as good as it could be.
And I'm so happy they did.
Also, your comments as to why you loved the movie just assure me further that you're my perfect geek reviewer since I agree full-heartedly with how you describe the character and the setting as being exactly what Cap needs.
I'm so excited to see this, and even more so for the Avengers Movie, man I hope it's half as good as it could be.
Not only is he in it, he steals every scene he's in.wooty said:
So yea, really good movie. And it goes without saying, but stay after the credits.... more so this than any other marvel movie to date, STAY AFTER THE CREDITS.
It's an actual freaking Avengers trailer, and it looks sooooo gooooood
Yep. A whole slew of stars are in this movie, but not in an overly obnoxious way. I was so worried about how well they would do on Captain America, just because its a lot to live up to.wooty said:
Most seem nowadays to attempt to spin the ironic type of screenplay in with the movie. Adding too much comic relief, or in awkward places, which makes the movie seem like its trying too hard. It just seems like...strong, and optimistic to me. Its no superpolitical movie. Its something that can resonate with most patriots, and doesn't throw patriotism at you like a brick.
Its a more humble movie in ways. Like Capt. America.
Most major superheroes are Americans, in America, saving Americans.Zeitgeist1983 said:
Yes they save the planet here and there, but it is mostly America.
Captain America is not a patriotic demon (he actually fought against the American government in Civil War), he is a super solider forced into the role of an icon.
He is very relatable, and other countries would have no problem enjoying such a character.
i cant help but think that your review is a little to much over praised. a fan boy rant even.
dont get me wrong i value ur opinion every week and most of the time agree with u.
but i didnt really here any justification as to why this is a perfect movie rather than just a good movie that stands out from the resent line of disapointments.
normally you would talk about how the director shows he knows what hes doing and the cinematogaphy is astounding for one reason or another, and how machical bay should take note and get over his military hard on, etc.
but anyway sure im exited for a good action movie and hopefully i can turn my brain off long enough to enjoy this mainstream holleywood offering.
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also OMG! the brave little toaster! childhood flashback!
dont get me wrong i value ur opinion every week and most of the time agree with u.
but i didnt really here any justification as to why this is a perfect movie rather than just a good movie that stands out from the resent line of disapointments.
normally you would talk about how the director shows he knows what hes doing and the cinematogaphy is astounding for one reason or another, and how machical bay should take note and get over his military hard on, etc.
but anyway sure im exited for a good action movie and hopefully i can turn my brain off long enough to enjoy this mainstream holleywood offering.
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also OMG! the brave little toaster! childhood flashback!
