Captain America: Civil War kicks off the Summer Movie Season with a bang. Because of all the “collateral” damage the Avengers have caused, governments demand “accountability.” Ironically, Tony Stark (aka, Mister Independent and Diva) goes along with the “oversight.” Captain America, the Scarlet Witch, and the Falcon do not. As you can guess, this leads to a wild knock-down-drag-out fight at the Berlin Airport. Spider Man and Ant-Man show up. So does Hawkeye, War Machine and The Vision. I wish the Black Widow had more to do but with this large ensemble cast, screen time is at a premium. And, we’re introduced to Black Panther, too! Plenty of action and explosions! GRADE: A-
Kevin saw it but I don’t know yet if he liked it.
I do think it is a shame that Robert Downey Jr. has given up a career as a real actor and settled for making money. Hie early performances in movies like CHAPLIN were terrific. Hope Scarlett is not making the same mistake.
Patti, actors must find the oodles of money for roles in these super-hero movies to be irresistible. Robert Downey, Jr. has made close to $100 million with the IRON MAN movies alone.
Our paper didn’t rate it that high. I’m not sure how much I’d like the avengers fighting against each other.
One film my paper really liked was Dough. I’ve already got it on my netflix queue. I think Nice Guys is what I’ll see next in the theater.
finally saw Lady in the Van. good, especially Maggie Smith
Maggie, we liked LADY IN THE VAN. Diane wants to see MONEY MONSTER next weekend.
I’m sure we’ll see it eventually. Jackie loves Downey as Tony Stark. I hear he is trying to get Gwynnie for the next movie.
Gwynnie is no draw for me. Her oscar for shakepeare in love was a travesty. Cate Blanchette was robbed. Her lifestyle blog is beyond entitled
Maggie, Gwyneth’s cook book seems to be selling well.
Jeff, we really liked the last IRON MAN movie. I hope Downey is successful with bringing Gwyneth back if the movie gets the green light.