After Spider-Man’s Marvel Cinematic Universe
debut on Captain America: Civil War, it is time for the homecoming (party)
movie.
Spider-Man: Homecoming was directed by Jon
Watts, and was produced by Kevin Feige and Amy Pascal. It stars Tom Holland
(Peter Parker / Spider-Man), Michael Keaton (Adrian Toomes / Vulture), Zendaya
(M.J.), Jacob Batalon (Ned Leeds), Laura Harrier (Liz), Tony Revolori (“Flash”),
Donald Glover (Aaron Davis), Marisa Tomei (May Parker), Jon Favreau (Harold
“Happy” Hogan), and Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark / Iron Man).
(SPOILER ALERT!!!)
(You’ve been warned!)
Spider-Man: Homecoming is one of Marvel’s best films right now. It is the Spider-Man movie that people will just have to love. It’s different from the comics and the previous Spider-Man movies, but the whole film itself was still nicely done and greatly delivered. The story was very well written that it will keep the audience satisfied and be craving for a sequel.
Mixture of amazing action scenes, humor,
great special effects, cameos, easter eggs, and a superb movie plot, which was
also kid-friendly, that the whole family can enjoy.
The movie didn’t have a dull scene and had a
lot of moments where we can see Spidey in action. And as we can expect from
Marvel, the special effects and humor was at its finest and will also keep us
focus to the movie.
It was not an origin movie and we’re happy
about it. We’re tired of seeing Peter getting bitten by a radioactive spider
and Uncle Ben getting shot. We’ve heard that story before and we do not need to
hear it again.
The new kid, Holland, showed us why
Spider-Man is called ‘amazing’ and ‘spectacular’. He was the perfect
combination of Peter Parker and Spider-Man. We can see how Peter struggles with
his normal life and balancing his time as teenager and a superhero, and
Spidey’s troubles in being responsible for everyone safety. Holland delivered
his role perfectly with Peter Parker and remained the awkward teenage boy
having difficulties facing normal teenage problems such as relationship and
school, and Spider-Man; a fun to watch superhero throwing quips and jokes, and
being lively all the time. And kudos to his workout that kept his body in great
shape, a physique suitable for the web-slinger.
Keaton is another reason why the movie is
amazing. An actor who wore the mantle of an iconic hero, Batman, now plays the
role of Vulture, a threat to another iconic superhero. He deserves praises for
his performance. He gave intimidation on his character that you will know that
Vulture is serious business, especially on that car scene when he was giving
Peter the frightening looks.
Downey Jr., as always, kept an excellent job
as Tony Stark/Iron Man, and had enough exposure to not overshadow Spider-Man in
his own movie, in contrast to what people assumed, though people will care less
about Uncle Ben as Stark seems to take the role of Peter’s father-figure and
inspiration. Tomei, on the other hand, changed people’s perspectives on Aunt
May, from the lovable old lady to the cool and hot aunt. She may even change
the answer to the question, “Which one will you go out on a date? Gwen Stacy or
Mary Jane? Answer? Aunt May!” And people would love to see more of her. Then
there is Ned, the adorable best friend played by Batalon. Batalon will keep you
laughing with his own humor that fitted the movie and delivered a performance
that complemented Holland’s.
Overall, the cast did a fantastic job, but
some characters are still missing a few elements. Zendaya’s “MJ” seemed like an
over-hyped and over-exposed cameo, as she was there, you just don’t really know
why. Even though Liz was Peter’s eye-candy in this film, people tend to expect
that MJ will be Peter’s love interest but there wasn’t enough build up to that.
She was just there delivering a few lines and doing a few things, sometimes you
wouldn’t even notice her. And then Revolori’s new way of interpreting the
character of “Flash”, Peter Parker’s number one school bully. It’s hard to see
him as the bully since he failed to be menacing and intimidating and his
character seemed like some rich kid trying to act cool but just very jealous of
Peter.
In the movie, Spider-Man seemed to rely on
Stark’s technology rather than his own abilities and his own homemade
web-shooters, but fortunately, they went back with his original suit and
web-shooters during the climactic battle with Vulture. It is also important to
point out that Peter was still young and still new to this crime-fighting
career as they made Spider-Man still having difficulties facing thugs, making
decisions, and keeping his identity a secret, but what is bothering is that he
didn't seem to have his trademark “Spider-Sense”. He lacked his Spider-Sense in
the movie, and he’s just not a complete Spider-Man without it. I hope they can
fix this and have this ability develop in the sequel.
The final confrontation between Spider-Man
and Vulture was just simply spectacular. Having them fight on a plane was a
smart idea, giving Vulture a clear edge. Spidey ultimately did defeat him
although not by beating or knocking him down, but by saving his life, which
teaches us the most important lesson in all Spider-Man movies, “With great
power comes great responsibility”. An excellent job on the writers’ part which
shows Spider-Man being responsible to the life of others even his nemesis'.
Tons of easter eggs and cameos can be spotted
all throughout the film. Giving fans more things to be excited about. Scorpion
and the Sinister Six? Possibly. Aaron Davis’ nephew? Miles Morales? A.k.a the
Ultimate Universe’s Spider-Man? By the way Aaron Davis? The Prowler? Maybe.
Will Spider-Man be wearing the Iron Spider suit just like in the comics? We’ll
just have to wait and see. Other easter eggs and cameo appearances include
Cindy Moon, Betty Brant, The Tinkerer, Captain America, Pepper Potts, and of
course you can’t forget about Stan Lee.
Spider-Man: Homecoming is overall a fantastic
movie. The story, the acting, the effects, and the action are just downright
amazing, having a lighter tone that everyone can still appreciate and enjoy. It
is truly what the Spider-Man fans and Marvel fans needed and it’s just great to
see Spidey in the MCU and having his own film.
Check out the review on The Geekery PH: http://www.thegeekeryph.com/2017/07/the-homecoming-spidey-truly-deserves.html
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