Ten years after the start of 'Marvel-Phase 1' (with the very good Iron Man), comic-fans long awaited day for the final battle that will determine the future of (many) galaxies has arrived! After plotting a wide-range of non-Machiavelic strategies to destroy the strongest superheroes on planet Earth ( remember the final battle of the first Avengers?), Thanos decides to confront everyone himself. After all, he is the big bad guy.
Based on this quite simple plot - and after 18 Marvel films - we are still surprised by the creativity of directors Anthony & Joe Russo to provide an incredibly rich film in spectacular action sequences and many (many) surprises in regards to the destiny of many lead characters. The Russo brothers make it clear right from the start: after directing one of the best Marvel films, Captain America: Winter Soldier, they are here to take us to a ride we have never experience before. Suspense and outstanding visual effects are definitely part of the epic ride. However it has a strong weakness: a failed attempt to bring dramatic components to the same level.
As any concluding chapter in a saga, strong dramatic twists are part of the experience. Even if we are familiar with the characters (it has been 10 years!), little empathy has been felt with the characters. The Russo brothers have tried to replicate the effectiveness of Lord of The Rings: Return of the King but it is not solid enough. This said however, it is only Part-1. We will have to see what Part-2 reserves.
Being able to cross-over so many superheroes in a 160min length film is quite impressive and does not fall into the dullness of films such as Batman and Robin and Suicide Squad. We get what we ask for and it is a visual delight. This film is the perfect Friday/Saturday night-out to the cinema. Our final verdict: do not expect anything spectacular, just expect having fun.
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