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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm surprised there isn't a thread yet, curious what others think. I took two teen boys, who loved it. I thought the mixed reviews were justified. The main thing is the nonsensical story, hard to overcome that, and too many characters to do them all justice. I thought the cast was decent overall, but Richard Madden and Gemma Chan (Icarus and Cersei) weren't charismatic enough to carry the film, though each had a few good moments. Angelina Jolie was horrible as Thena. She didn't fit into the otherwise solid ensemble, is not convincingly strong enough to play a great warrier (think Robin Wright in Wonder Woman). Mostly posed and pouted, and all her stunt double work was too obvious and distracting. Not helped by her godawful costuming. On the positive side, Chloe Zao has a tremendous eye and this was by far the most scenically beautiful Marvel film. Found the characters Dane, Gilgamesh, Druig, Phaestos, Sprite, Ajak, Makkari, and Kingo very well acted and entertaining. With a better story/writing and a few different casting choices, could have been the best Marvel film imo. But right now, would not be eager for a sequel.[/quote]

I was also surprised at how much I disliked Jolie in the role. Sometimes casting is too on the nose and it ends up feeling more like a caricature. I get they were following the comic, but Chloe Zao's hyperrealistic and more grounded style did not work well with the crazy getup and busted wig. It could have been toned down, while still evoking the comic look.[/quote]

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