‘The Marvels’ Is Getting Review Bombed

I just got finished walking out of the Red Rock Casino cinema with one burning question: Why all the hate for "The Marvels"? The online world is buzzing with criticism, and I needed to see if it's legit or just another case of digital drama.

You know how it goes—superhero movies, especially from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, become these lightning rods for controversy. It's starting to feel like it's "cool" to hate on MCU movies. But who cares about the online noise when there are superheroes, epic battles, and a massive screen involved? I wasn't about to let the chatter steal my excitement.

"The Marvels" turned out to be a wild, unexpected ride, more than just a bunch of characters on a screen. Was it groundbreaking? No... but it was fun, and that's why I love the movies. As the lights dimmed and the action unfolded, I found myself in a world where vibrant heroes grappled with over-the-top challenges.

Iman Vellani rocked it as Kamala Khan. You could feel the love she has for the character in every scene, bringing a genuine passion that added depth to the story. And Brie Larson? Her energy as Carol Danvers was contagious, injecting a much-needed dose of joy into the narrative. In fact, it felt like Brie is finally having fun playing this character!

There's also the return of the one and only Sam Jackson as Nick Fury. We haven't seen this character since the disastrous "Secret Invasion" on Disney+. Let's be real—the show wasn't good. But THIS version of Nick Fury almost makes you forget about that series. He's back in form, reminding us why we fell in love with his portrayal of the character in the first place.

In the middle of all the cheers for the movie's energy, there's a shadowy figure—Dar-Benn, played by Zawe Ashton. The villain had potential, but here's the kicker—she didn't get enough screen time. Maybe it's the movie's short runtime, but by the end, Dar-Benn felt like a missed opportunity, a character with untapped depth.

Here's where it gets strange: the critics seem to be liking it. A lot of major outlets are giving it decent scores. Nothing crazy, but decent. However, the user scores are taking a nosedive. It's like we're in some parallel universe where people from big-shot reviews are enjoying the movie, while the regular folks are user-bombing it.

As the credits rolled, I sat there, puzzled by this gap between the critics and the audience. "The Marvels" left a mark on me, and I can't help but wonder why the online world can't seem to agree. In the end, movies are personal. Despite the online noise and the score wars, "The Marvels" was a thrilling adventure that deserved more than just a quick judgment.

These Actors Are Done W/ Marvel Movies

Scarlett Johansson stopped by Gwyneth Paltrow's podcast and refuted the rumors that she and Paltrow were feuding on Iron 2.

Paltrow said, "People ask me, 'Is it true that you and Scarlett Johansson didn’t get along on Iron Man'"

Johansson continued, "Is that a rumor? You were so nice to me on that movie. I was so petrified. You were so nice to me! You could’ve been awful. I was so out of my comfort zone on that movie. I’d never done anything like that before. Plus, you had established such deep friendships."

Johansson and Paltrow did reject doing another Marvel movie again during their conversation.

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Johansson said, "I’m done. Chapter is over. I did all that I had to do. Also, coming back and playing a character again and again, over a decade of time, is such a unique experience."

Paltrow replied, "I think so too. I mean, I didn’t die, so they can always ask me."

Scarlett continued, "I think you may come back at some point."

Gwyneth responded, "Really? A 64-year-old Pepper Potts? How great."

Johansson added, "100% that’s happening. I can see it. They’re never gonna let you go. Break out that wig, baby."

What is a goal that you accomplished in your career that you never want to pursue again?

These Actors Are Done W/ Marvel Movies

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