Wednesday 31 July 2024

Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) Review

 

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With Wade's timeline deteriorating, he uses the TemPad to travel the multiverse to find a variant of Logan to save his timeline.

Director Shawn Levy delivers an action-packed Marvel Deadpool and Wolverine team-up spectacle that actually delivers.

The special effects are first-rate, seamlessly blending CGI with practical effects to create some of the most memorable fight scenes in recent memory. No punches are pulled when it comes to the brutal action sequences. The levels of violence push the boundaries for a 15 rating, making one wonder if the BBFC was asleep at the wheel.

The soundtrack and score, curated by the talented Rob Simonsen, perfectly complement the film's tone, adding emotional depth to the quieter moments and a pulse-pounding intensity to the action sequences. Writers including Ryan Reynolds, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, Zeb Wells, and Levy offer clever callbacks; it doesn't rely solely on nostalgia, instead focusing on character development and an engaging storyline. Internal politics seems to have been knocked on the head and Disney is hopefully is taking heed and notes, creativity, character and story first.

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman return to their iconic roles with a chemistry that is both hilarious and heartwarming. Reynolds' Deadpool is as irreverent as ever, breaking the fourth wall with ease and delivering one-liners that land every time. Jackman's Wolverine brings a brooding intensity that perfectly balances Deadpool's zaniness, and the evolution of his character adds emotional and star weight to the film.

The supporting cast, including newcomers and familiar faces, contribute significantly to the film's dynamic. Notably, Dafne Keen as Laura/X-23 from Logan (2017); Jennifer Garner as Elektra; Wesley Snipes from New Line Cinema's Blade; Channing Tatum as Gambit; and Chris Evans as both Captain America and with more screen time as Johnny Storm.

There's a tribute in the credits to the legacy of 20th Century Fox, the creators, and the actors who have shaped the genre over the years, which is evident throughout the film. Cameos abound, with surprise appearances from fan favorites across the Marvel universe, adding to the film's charm and unpredictability. Also the after credits sequence is humorously fitting.

Overall, Deadpool and Wolverine is pure popcorn entertainment with a heart. It's filled with plenty of white-teeth smiles, thanks to the charismatic cast, and delivers a fantastically violent and humorous ride.

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