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- DirectorJon FavreauStarsRobert Downey Jr.Gwyneth PaltrowTerrence HowardAfter being held captive in an Afghan cave, billionaire engineer Tony Stark creates a unique weaponized suit of armor to fight evil.Iron Man set up the MCU very well. Its much darker than most MCU films. RDJ is great here. The direction is great. Parts of this movie may feel a little bit dated or weird cause it dosent feel apart of the MCU. But i love iron man it was such an important film and a grea set up fim. With a good villian and an intrestiing moral struggle with the main charcter.
Grade: A - DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsChris EvansRobert Downey Jr.Scarlett JohanssonPolitical involvement in the Avengers' affairs causes a rift between Captain America and Iron Man.People don't give this film enough credit. Like infinity war which was 10 years in the making. Civil war was 8. This conflict between tony and cap is handled so well. This movie like the winter solider deals with things in the current poltical climate. It has a great opener and wow what an ending. When Tony says to winter solider you killed my mother it gets me every time. The aiport sceane is amazing. The introduction to spiderman handled so well. Even the villian in the film works because of his motivation. Overal, Civil war is my favorite MCU film and its jsut the complete package.
Grade: A - DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsChris EvansSamuel L. JacksonScarlett JohanssonAs Steve Rogers struggles to embrace his role in the modern world, he teams up with a fellow Avenger and S.H.I.E.L.D agent, Black Widow, to battle a new threat from history: an assassin known as the Winter Soldier.Winter Solider feels like an 70s thriller. It has two of the best villains of the MCU. It fixes the character of captain America. Its dark and sad. Its such a good film. Winter Solider works so well becuase of what the previous film did to set up Cap and bucky's realtionship. Its a taught frentic superhero film. The thing with Hydra may not make total sense but i can ignore it.
Grade: A - DirectorJames GunnStarsChris PrattVin DieselBradley CooperA group of intergalactic criminals must pull together to stop a fanatical warrior with plans to purge the universe.WOW! What a weird and fun movie. This film has the best soundtrack and great characters/ perfomcnes. No one thought this film would work. But, it did i love this team and this film. ITs funny and has good dramtic moments. My only problem with this film is its lackluster villian. Allso i love that dance off.
Grade: A - DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris EvansMark RuffaloAfter the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War (2018), the universe is in ruins. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers assemble once more in order to reverse Thanos' actions and restore balance to the universe.A great conclusion to this chapter. Emotional deaths. I loved what they did with both Cap and Iron Man. Built perfectly off of Infinity War. Crowd pleasing moments. I cried, I laughed, and I cheered. Ive nver seen anything like this movie before. Its not a defentive number one. Very close between the top few spots. Maybe not as rewatchble by itself or as smooth as other films on this list. But it just represents the best of what the MCU has to offer.
Grade: A - DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris HemsworthMark RuffaloThe Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe.Just saw it today( The ranking could fall or rise later). This movie was funny and sad. Its hard to rank it and judeg it was a regular movie because of it took 10 years to get here. Thanos was great villian. This movie had so many great moments and suprises. My main problem was that it felt like a part one too much at times and some charcters get sidelined. But overall Infinty war was amazing and an epic film.
Update: Now that ive seen Endgame this film is even better. Did not go back on most deaths which I liked.
Grade: A - DirectorJoss WhedonStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris EvansScarlett JohanssonEarth's mightiest heroes must come together and learn to fight as a team if they are going to stop the mischievous Loki and his alien army from enslaving humanity.Talk about an important film. This movie was epic. Too see them all on the screen for the first time was great. Never thought something like this would be done. Great performcnes and villian. Josh whedon did a great job. Avenegrs is not as good sometimes on rewathbly. And spends a while on the hellicalor. But overall, this moive changed the industry and was great.
Grade: A- - DirectorJoe JohnstonStarsChris EvansHugo WeavingSamuel L. JacksonSteve Rogers, a rejected military soldier, transforms into Captain America after taking a dose of a "Super-Soldier serum". But being Captain America comes at a price as he attempts to take down a warmonger and a terrorist organization.I just saw this movie for the first time and years. And it reminded me of how good it was. I think this is the MCUS most underated film. It has great perfomcnes all around A good villian for the MCU. Its has a great feel/ period setting. My only problems with it is that its predictable and montage's through some pretty great things. Most underrated/ underapprecited movie in the MCU. Initially had it lower than black panther, Spiderman homecoming, and Thor 3. But after another rewatch I bumped it a few slots. Besides Iron Man it is arguably the best stand alone in MCU movie in that it feels like it's own thing. Also, like Iron man its tone does not feel like any other MCU movies. My only problem with it remains most which is the scene where they montage through a lot of cool stuff. I like the old news reel imargery. But this is one of the shortest mix films. And if it had been like 20 or 30 minutes in between and not have to montage through all that it would be even higher for me that's how good this film is.
Grade: A- - DirectorJon WattsStarsTom HollandZendayaBenedict CumberbatchWith Spider-Man's identity now revealed, Peter asks Doctor Strange for help. When a spell goes wrong, dangerous foes from other worlds start to appear, forcing Peter to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man.They're back! Spider-Man: No way home was everything I wanted to be. The villain returns were great, especially Dafoe and Molina. I loved seeing the good side of them. Aunt May's death was tragic. And the banter between Garfield and Maguire was great.
Grade: A- - DirectorRyan CooglerStarsChadwick BosemanMichael B. JordanLupita Nyong'oT'Challa, heir to the hidden but advanced kingdom of Wakanda, must step forward to lead his people into a new future and must confront a challenger from his country's past.Black Panther was great and felt different from a lot of other MCU movies. The performances were great and so was the world of Wakanda. Micheal B Jordan was maybe the best villain the MCU ever had. My problem with this movie is that Killmonger needed to be in more and some of the action scenes are too dark/ or not great. The film also had some pacing problems. But, overall black panther was very important and a good film. The stuff in the museum and with Michael B Jordan, as well as the car chase in Korea make it feel different from other MCU movies. However, the 3rd act and CGI heavy final fight holds it back, but I still love parts of this film.
Grade: A- - DirectorJon WattsStarsTom HollandMichael KeatonRobert Downey Jr.Peter Parker balances his life as an ordinary high school student in Queens with his superhero alter-ego Spider-Man, and finds himself on the trail of a new menace prowling the skies of New York City.Spiderman Homecoming is great but not the best spiderman movie. I believed that Tom was a teenager. It felt like a john huges movie. And micheal keaton as the vulture was such a good villian. I love that sceane in the car. As for problems Spiderman's homecoming final battle is fine and he kind of feels like mini iron man at time. But overall, this movie was so much fun.
Grade: A- - DirectorDestin Daniel CrettonStarsSimu LiuAwkwafinaTony Leung Chiu-waiShang-Chi, the master of weaponry-based Kung Fu, is forced to confront his past after being drawn into the Ten Rings organization.Simu Liu is a star, Tony Leung Chiu-wai is one of the best MCU villains, the colors are vibrant, the action scenes especially the bus scene are some of the best of the MCU. It feels unique and different from other MCU movies, it has great pacing, and fun cameos.
Grade: A- - DirectorTaika WaititiStarsChris HemsworthTom HiddlestonCate BlanchettImprisoned on the planet Sakaar, Thor must race against time to return to Asgard and stop Ragnarök, the destruction of his world, at the hands of the powerful and ruthless villain Hela.This movie is really funny and completely reinvented Thor. it has great performances overall and cool visuals. However, my main problem with this movie is at times it has too many jokes which undercut the dramatic stuff. But thor 3 is a blast and does not feel like a thor movie.
Grade: 89 - DirectorJon WattsStarsTom HollandSamuel L. JacksonJake GyllenhaalFollowing the events of Avengers: Endgame (2019), Spider-Man must step up to take on new threats in a world that has changed forever.Predictable, but fun and the perfect follow up to endgame. Spider-Man: Far from Home feels small scale in all the right ways. A strong MCU villain, good performnces, and the first Spider Man movie not in the MCU. Happy was also a fun addition. The film had some pacing problems and a predictable story. Not as good as Homecoming, but a very good Spider man movie with a lot of heart and good references to iron man.
Grade: B+ - DirectorShane BlackStarsRobert Downey Jr.Guy PearceGwyneth PaltrowWhen Tony Stark's world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, he starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution.Some people hate Iron Man 3 especially its ending. But, I like Iron Man 3 a lot and I have read the comics. Shane Black is a great direcor and he did some cool stuff with this film for the MCU. It does a great job dealing with Tony's PSD. And has good humor and fun actions sceanes. Iron man 3 suffers from a conversial twist and a decent main villian. It also kinds of betrays iteself with Tony coming out of retirment. But, overal I like Iron man 3 more than most and think its underated in the MCU.
Grade: B+ - DirectorPeyton ReedStarsPaul RuddMichael DouglasCorey StollArmed with a super-suit with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, cat burglar Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, pull off a plan that will save the world.This movie is a lot of fun too bad Edgar Wright couldn't have done the whole film. Paul Rudd is great as Ant Man. So is Michael douglas as the orginal ant man. This movie is a fun contian heist film. Its on a smaller scale than the MCU. Its problems are a bad villian and its predible. But overall, Ant man is a blast.
Grade: B - DirectorJon FavreauStarsRobert Downey Jr.Mickey RourkeGwyneth PaltrowWith the world now aware of his identity as Iron Man, Tony Stark must contend with both his declining health and a vengeful mad man with ties to his father's legacy.This was a huge drop off from the first one. But was rushed into production. The films main problem is that is just is a setup movie for avengers and forgets to set up a good film first. This movie does have some positives. Robert Downey Jr is once again great. You get more nick fury and the introduction of a new war machine, which was cool. Whiplash was not a great villian. However, Sam Rockwell was and should have been the main focus. It also had that cool race track scene. Black Widow also makes her first appearance. On a rewatch Iron Man 2 has risen for me athough it feels like a set up film, which is know not uncommon in Mcu, and the plot isn't great. Sam Rockwell and ofc RDJ are great to see and old MCU movies fee much different than current films.
Grade: B - DirectorJoss WhedonStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris EvansMark RuffaloWhen Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's mightiest heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plan.This movie gets worse the more I see it but is still fun. It could not live up to its huge expectations. It does have good points. The whole gang is back togethor and ultron is a decent villian espcialy for the MCU. It has some fun action sceanes and does a great job of seting up Civl War. But once again, this movie tries to set up multiple films and is overcordwed. The stuff with hawkeye in this film is good. But, its clear why Josh Whedon was stressed.
Grade: B - DirectorKenneth BranaghStarsChris HemsworthAnthony HopkinsNatalie PortmanThe powerful but arrogant god Thor is cast out of Asgard to live amongst humans in Midgard (Earth), where he soon becomes one of their finest defenders.The first THOR film is full of great things. Its a Shakespeare Drama from the director of Hamlet. Chris Hemsworth is great as thor. Tom is great as loki. What holds this movie back is the stuff on earth and thor's relationship with jane. All the stuff on Asgard is good.
Grade: B - DirectorScott DerricksonStarsBenedict CumberbatchChiwetel EjioforRachel McAdamsWhile on a journey of physical and spiritual healing, a brilliant neurosurgeon is drawn into the world of the mystic arts.The more I think about this movie the more I like. Yes, its a lot like the first iron man. It also follows the marvel forumla and the romance was not great. But doctor strnage had a rool cool ending. That I did not see coming and trippy visuals. Overal, this movie was a fun weird trip. The villian was dissapointg.
Grade: B - DirectorJames GunnStarsChris PrattZoe SaldanaDave BautistaThe Guardians struggle to keep together as a team while dealing with their personal family issues, notably Star-Lord's encounter with his father, the ambitious celestial being Ego.Guardians 2 was another sequel to a great MCU film that was maybe not as good as some hoped. I did have fun with this moive. The explored good themes with the charters. But it did get reptive. Kurt russel was awesome in this movie. A good villian for MCU. They made Nebula more likeable and it had stalone!. This movie was also preditcble, some jokes did not work, and the gold people were awful. Gurdians 2 was not as fresh as the first time but still alot of fun.
Grade: B - DirectorJames GunnStarsChris PrattChukwudi IwujiBradley CooperStill reeling from the loss of Gamora, Peter Quill rallies his team to defend the universe and one of their own - a mission that could mean the end of the Guardians if not successful.Grade: B
- DirectorSam RaimiStarsBenedict CumberbatchElizabeth OlsenChiwetel EjioforDoctor Strange teams up with a mysterious teenage girl who can travel across multiverses, to battle other-universe versions of himself which threaten to wipe out the multiverse. They seek help from the Scarlet Witch, Wong and others.Doctor strange 2 feels like a part of the MCU puzzle while also it’s own weird messy thing with Sam Rami flair. This was a very interesting MCU film in many ways. Even the construction of the film feels off and diffent. Thrown right away into heavy action with some down time in between. But the movie has a lot of action. The stuff at the start some of the cgi looks really really rough. But you also get some solid cgi in other parts and Sami rami style sticks out. His close ups the jarring hectic style. The best part of the movie is the true rami moments. Doesn't work really as an MCU film but for pure entertainment I really enjoyed it. Was a treat to see Rami direct again. And to see a MCU character kill that much was cool. I did not think it would go that dark. A lot of people criticize this film cause of wandavison elements but not the writers fault and that needs to be taken into consideration.
Grade: B- - DirectorRyan CooglerStarsLetitia WrightLupita Nyong'oDanai GuriraThe people of Wakanda fight to protect their home from intervening world powers as they mourn the death of King T'Challa.Not as good as first, bad pacing, some of the best performances of the MCU, best CGI ive seen in an mcu movie in years the background effects looked good too, the villian was okay but not as menacing as he think he is. The water scenes and Namor blue people looked really good. Ironheart I really liked.
Grade: B- - DirectorLouis LeterrierStarsEdward NortonLiv TylerTim RothBruce Banner, a scientist on the run from the U.S. Government, must find a cure for the monster he turns into whenever he loses his temper.The Incredible Hulk is the ugly duck of the MCU. But, is not as bad as people say it is. Edward Norton does a good job as Bruce Banner/ Hulk. However, Mark is better. The romance and villian are not great. Abontion looks awful. Tim Roth is fun at times. There are some excited sceanes. Overall this is proably the best Hulk movie and reminds me of the 90s cartoon. It just isnt important to the MCU.
Grade: B- - DirectorTaika WaititiStarsChris HemsworthNatalie PortmanChristian BaleThor enlists the help of Valkyrie, Korg and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster to fight Gorr the God Butcher, who intends to make the gods extinct.This movie is getting overhated, but it is a blast. Bale is great, but was complete wasted which was frustrating. Opening scene was cool, but rest of movie more light. But I will say this similar to doctor strange 2. This movie has tonal problems and does not fit into the greater MCU landscape. But I am okay with that because it feels like a wonky weird Mcu movie with interesting fun visuals. The aesthetics and goofiness of this film reminds me of the old Thor comics from the 70s. It was cool to see Zeus and city of Gods I never thought we would see then when compared to early MCU, even though those grounded movies I miss them. I love what they did with Jane foster, strong emotional scenes, God butcher maybe not right villas for this story which they had more with bale.
Grade: B- - DirectorAlan TaylorStarsChris HemsworthNatalie PortmanTom HiddlestonWhen the Dark Elves attempt to plunge the universe into darkness, Thor must embark on a perilous and personal journey that will reunite him with doctor Jane Foster.For me this is the worst of the MCU (bsck in 2013)but still an enjoyable film. However, its dark, gloomy, and bland. It has an awful villian and romance. But, this movie is enjoybale thanks to Loki and Thor's complex relationship/ banter. Not as bad as I used to think still pretty dull though
Grade: C+ - DirectorPeyton ReedStarsPaul RuddEvangeline LillyMichael DouglasScott Lang and Hope Van Dyne are dragged into the Quantum Realm, along with Hope's parents and Scott's daughter Cassie. Together they must find a way to escape, but what secrets is Hope's mother hiding? And who is the mysterious Kang?Not as bad as critics say- majors is great
- DirectorChloé ZhaoStarsGemma ChanRichard MaddenAngelina JolieThe saga of the Eternals, a race of immortal beings who lived on Earth and shaped its history and civilizations.Not as bad as the critics are saying. I overall enjoyed this movie even though it had problems. A great cast with solid performances, but it’s hard to feel attached to certain characters when so many are being developed. But I applaud this movie for taking chances and being a different mcu movie. There are some Beautiful shots and strong direction. Eternals also uses aspect ratio differently which was jarring, but interesting. I liked the flashbacks but they could have been incorporated better. I really like what they did with Ikarus. The film also had pacing issues and felt a little long. But I still liked this diffent mcu film and I’m curious what it’s overall impact on the mcu will be.
Grade: C+ - DirectorPeyton ReedStarsPaul RuddEvangeline LillyMichael PeñaAs Scott Lang balances being both a superhero and a father, Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym present an urgent new mission that finds the Ant-Man fighting alongside The Wasp to uncover secrets from their past.This movie was funny and actionpacked. However, not as good as the first one. I just saw it today so I need more time to think about it. The villians were ok which ended a hot streak for MCU for villians. The 3rd act was not great. But, overal I enjoyed Ant-Man 2. On a rewatch Ant man 2 is kind of just not very memorable
Grade: C+ - DirectorAnna BodenRyan FleckStarsBrie LarsonSamuel L. JacksonBen MendelsohnCarol Danvers becomes one of the universe's most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races.The film starts off rough and picks up. Brie Larson did her best with the material given her character is supposed to come off as lacking emotion but it hindered the performance. Ben Mhedoleston was very good. Jackson was also good and the de ageing technology was great. However, this film tried to be too many things. Could not find the right balance the friendship between her and another pilot was the best part. This film though felt like the old MCU movies and not in a good way. But, its still an enjoyable diversion that is blandly made and sets up bigger and better things.
Grade: C+ - DirectorCate ShortlandStarsScarlett JohanssonFlorence PughDavid HarbourNatasha Romanoff confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises.Great opening 20 minutes and fun new characters. Black Widow though is a disappointment. They waste taskmaster as a villain. I hope they redo him in Deadpool. Great ideas, but sadly poor execution. The villains were boring and the action scenes were uninspired. There are fun moments, the opening credits were great, but she's such a rich character and great backstory it just fees like a missed opptorunitary.
Grade: C+ - DirectorNia DaCostaStarsBrie LarsonTeyonah ParrisIman VellaniCarol Danvers gets her powers entangled with those of Kamala Khan and Monica Rambeau, forcing them to work together to save the universe.Someone save the MCU! Mediocre films in a row thought gurdians 3 was good but overated besides shang chi and Spider-Man hasn’t been a very good mcu since endgame. Good chemistry between the leads and some fun sceanes can’t save it from an awful villain and terrible script. Black widow and captain marvel were the first two mcu movies i general disliked not sure which one of them is worse but it’s a race to the bottom. Just give it to khan already she’s the most interesting character. Prob the worse mcu film I’ve seen