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Aquaman |OT| Romance of the Sea Kingdoms
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How is that horrible. That is the average review that most Marvel movies get? Unless you don't like MCU movies.
Actually I found it better than most marvel movies which typically bore me to tears. Aqua man at least kept me interested most of the time.
My favorite marvel movies are ant man, black panther and gotg 1 in that order I guess. If that helps at all.
That's one of the more interesting collections of favorite Marvel movies I've seen. Though it does line up with about what I'm expecting from Aquaman.
I don't find any MCU movie boring. So I guess I'll be more inclined to like this movie which is a good thing. I'm just not liking Jason Mamoa as Arthur Curry it's completely opposite of what I expect of the character.
My biggest problem with marvel (besides that I didn't grow up with the chracters and I'm not attached to them at all) is that they generally have big villians threatening the entire world or galaxy but you know they are gonna win so there is no tension. The age old "no stakes" argument. That's why I like ant man, for one the jokes mostly hit in my opinion and they aren't throw away one liners in the heat of battle while saving the entire world, but also because I don't remember (only saw it once) the point being save the world... it was more of a personal story I think. Again it's been a long time and most action movies come and go from my brain pretty quickly because they lack substance for me to latch onto.
Actually I thought Aqua Man was quite similar to Black Panther in a lot of ways, from the story beats that I remember. It was just way cheesier. The cheese wasn't that bad though, it made it mostly pretty fun.
Reposting what I've said on the RT thread, didn't realize that an OT existed before:
I'm honestly legitimately impressed by this film. Momoa is still pretty much rough around the edges and the film weakest link, but I see the potential of him eventually getting better. I need to see it again, but my impression so far is that while the story is indeed the formulaic origin story, it might rivalize Infinity War to me in terms of spectacle.
It's way better than an Aquaman film had any right to be, especially after how atrocious BvS and JL were. It's not the best DC film in the DCEU imho, that's still Wonder Woman, but it's definitely top 3 in my favorite superhero films this year, after Infinity War and Black Panther.
I would rate this a solid 9/10. Also, this is going to breakout and breakout hard. WOM will be insane.
Also, the thread title doesn't make justice to this film at all. It lacks oomph. If I can dare, here is my suggestion:
The Avatar of superhero movies, directed by James... WAN
I'm honestly legitimately impressed by this film. Momoa is still pretty much rough around the edges and the film weakest link, but I see the potential of him eventually getting better. I need to see it again, but my impression so far is that while the story is indeed the formulaic origin story, it might rivalize Infinity War to me in terms of spectacle.
It's way better than an Aquaman film had any right to be, especially after how atrocious BvS and JL were. It's not the best DC film in the DCEU imho, that's still Wonder Woman, but it's definitely top 3 in my favorite superhero films this year, after Infinity War and Black Panther.
I would rate this a solid 9/10. Also, this is going to breakout and breakout hard. WOM will be insane.
Also, the thread title doesn't make justice to this film at all. It lacks oomph. If I can dare, here is my suggestion:
The Avatar of superhero movies, directed by James... WAN
Saw it last night. A solid 8/10 movie, 9/10 theater experience.
The score and soundtrack were fun, and my my the wide shots were spectacular.
The score and soundtrack were fun, and my my the wide shots were spectacular.
Just saw it few hours ago. Its great and entertaining. Love the cast, action scene (had a lot epic moments) and the art direction.
I'd say one of the best superhero origin movies, and definitely something different than what we've been getting for years. Story wise it's a better Black Panther.
Uuuuh I dunno I'd say Aquaman's plot is simple and basic. I personally don't have an issue with it as I enjoyed the movie more for the action and visuals which delivered.
Momoa as Aquabro continues to be great.
I do feel a few scenes or elements could've been done better
1- When Manta calls at him to save them, Aquaman should've just told them that he did show him mercy but then his dad fired the grenade.
2- Manta should've been paid with diamonds instead of those coins as while I can see smelting them would've let him cash it in, giving up diamonds for Manta's reverse would've further solidified his hate towards him.
2- Manta should've been paid with diamonds instead of those coins as while I can see smelting them would've let him cash it in, giving up diamonds for Manta's reverse would've further solidified his hate towards him.
To be fair Black Panther is also simple and basic. They both seem to go for the same plot beats, it's just that aquaman is better paced and hits those beats better I feel.
YES. By all means, watch this in IMAX. Watched this in 2d last night but two days ago in IMAX 3D and it was absolutely BONKERS. A must see.
Just got home from watching. Quick thoughts: Arthur is a bonehead, James Wan needs someone else to pick his music for him and this is the best superhero movie of the year (Disclaimer: Haven't seen Spidey yet)
Holy shit, what a FUN ride. The creature design my dudes *chefs kiss*
Holy shit, what a FUN ride. The creature design my dudes *chefs kiss*
CGI was great, I never understand these comments, it's like all everyone ever expects is Avatar-like quality.
CGI was on point, better than most blockbuster movies I've seen this year.
Man, I was expecting to see this movie next Friday.
With these comments, I'll try to see it tomorrow.
With these comments, I'll try to see it tomorrow.
It was a blast from start to finish. Wonderful action which was shot well, CGI was on point with only a couple places making me think it needed a little more work and the characters were really well done. My favourite comic book movie of the year probably narrowly beating out Avengers.
The use of Depeche Mode for Black Manta's gear prep montage is the most jarring musical choice I've ever seen in a movie.
Saw it. It was pretty good, a fun unrelenting ride from start to finish. The fight scenes had some cool flashy angle changes while keeping the action in frame. That was new to me. Honestly the movie didn't need that big flashy CGI battle at the end, but I'm not complaining.
Glad DC movies finally ditched the grim-dark and learned to have some heart in them.
Glad DC movies finally ditched the grim-dark and learned to have some heart in them.
Just saw Aquaman. It's so good! Like a super hero movie with Lotr and star wars elements mixed in. Such imagination and great cinematography. A couple parts were corny though and a bunch of people laughed out loud when the black manta came on screen the first time. His helmet is sooooo dumb looking.
Yeah, I'm sticking to mostly 90-100 minute movies for 3D.
Aquaman checking in at almost 2.5 hours plus commercials and trailers will just tire your eyes out
I'm totally down for this and wish it was out here already. It'll come to the IMAX here, though, which I think I'll go for despite the ticket cost. Biggest IMAX in Germany according to their website (which makes it even more infuriating that they only showed documentaries until a year or so ago, as it is part of a museum). Movie just looks like brilliant dumb fun with shark cavalry. I might have to stop myself from ordering a box of Idoneth Deepkin right after the show if it's flashy enough.
Is there enough shark on helpless creatures action to make IMAX worth it?
Is there enough shark on helpless creatures action to make IMAX worth it?
There's no 2D Imax theatres around me. The only option is Imax 3D, of which my father isn't a fan.
Hoping to watch it tomorrow morning.
Hoping to watch it tomorrow morning.
Aquaman is legit.
They crammed a lot in here, as a result they didn't get to focus on some cool stuff as much as they could have.
But PHEW this film is a stunner. There as some great shots here.
The final third is intense. My father and brother loved the trench sequence.
Off first viewing it may be my favourite DCEU film to date. Need to rewatch it as soon as I can.
It starts off as your standard CBM, becomes an Indiana Jones film for a bit, there's a bit of Jurassic Park here and it ends as a LoTR movie.
The Italy sequence is greatness. Top tier action sequence.
For a late night showing in the UK, the theatre was packed. A few people clapped at the final title card.
At the very least its a great time due to the spectacle.
They crammed a lot in here, as a result they didn't get to focus on some cool stuff as much as they could have.
But PHEW this film is a stunner. There as some great shots here.
The final third is intense. My father and brother loved the trench sequence.
Off first viewing it may be my favourite DCEU film to date. Need to rewatch it as soon as I can.
It starts off as your standard CBM, becomes an Indiana Jones film for a bit, there's a bit of Jurassic Park here and it ends as a LoTR movie.
The Italy sequence is greatness. Top tier action sequence.
For a late night showing in the UK, the theatre was packed. A few people clapped at the final title card.
At the very least its a great time due to the spectacle.
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Movie was fine. The CG was hit or miss at times, especially if hair and fabric were involved. The music was all over the place. It would come in and out at weird times. Acting was eh. But man was it a spectacle at times. I'd give it a solid C+/B-. It was entertaining enough.
I'd go B+, probably tied as second favorite comic movie this year (behind the Black Panther and Spiderverse tie). Really entertaining. The pacing was a touch too brisk, and the acting from the two teen Arthur's was rough as hell.
And Arthur got worked throughout. It's great.
And Arthur got worked throughout. It's great.
That's good for a DC film, hoping Shazam keeps it fun and light hearted and sets the tone for the DC movies going forward. I'll probably see Aquaman in theaters if people talk about it being visually worth seeing in theaters. Especially IMAX if the ocean scenes look impressive?
I'll need some time (and a second viewing once it officially opens here) to think on it, but provisionally this is in my Top 5 superhero movies ever. I really loved every second of it. The spectacle was amazing, the cast all played off each other really well, and I felt like it had the perfect mixture of comedy and tenderness mixed in with the action.
God, I never could have imagined an Aquaman movie like this being made, and I'm glad that it was.
God, I never could have imagined an Aquaman movie like this being made, and I'm glad that it was.