Its depth can be seen not just through its characters, but through its story as it explores war's complicated fallout the difficulty of being a human when you are perceived as a monolith and the hilarious and complicated virtues of family. There is no need for these films to become trailers for more movies down the line they can stand more or less on their own, and we can hope that more of phase five will follow that example set by The Marvels if nothing else. Like those other imperfect films, there are plenty of things to nitpick however, by the time the credits roll, the good far outweighs the bad. The Marvels is a callback to when the Marvel Cinematic Universe was putting out some pretty good movies where not every aspect of them worked, but it's still a very enjoyable experience. That “same”? It’s not working anymore, and if “The Marvels” shows us anything, it’s a fleeting glimpse of what the MCU could look like, if only it was superheroic enough to try. This film actually attempts to be new and fresh - Vellani and Parris have enough charm to power 10 more films, and the “wacky” moments that pepper this one are welcome respite that show real originality from DaCosta - but it’s all ripped away for more of the same. I can hardly wait to start doing my homework. Only now, there is so much more to consume (all those series!) to know the answer to that question. The movie is short enough not to overstay its welcome, though it’s still padded with too many of those fight scenes that make you think, “If these characters have such singular and extraordinary powers, why does it always come down to two of them bashing each other?” (“My light force can beat up your bracelet!”) By the end, evil has been vanquished, however temporarily, and the enduring bond of our trio has been solidified, though the post-credits teaser sequence redirects you, as always, to the larger story of how this movie fits into the MCU. Vellani calibrates her performance deftly, committing to comic relief without becoming over-reliant on any kind of shtick. She’s into saying the quiet part out loud and she’s not afraid to initiate a group hug. Her Kamala is a fangirl who can hold her own she adores Captain Marvel, but recognizes that she’s not working with the most emotionally adept adults. The actress indeed does a lot with a role that could easily be one-note, stealing nearly every scene in the process. Her character’s bubbly personality adds levity and humor to The Marvels, making it lighter fare than its predecessor. It’s a reminder that in the right hands, even the most expansive universes can be distilled into stories that resonate on the most human of levels.īut it’s Vellani who really splashes. DaCosta’s vision, fortified by compelling performances and thoughtful storytelling, delivers a superhero film that pulsates with life, energy, and most importantly, a sense of purpose. “The Marvels” stands as a testament to the possibility of character-driven stories within the grand tapestry of the MCU.
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