Wednesday, November 9, 2016

Doctor Strange

In its 14th film so far and the Marvel Cinematic Universe has shown no signs of ever slowing down in the near future. Doctor Strange is the cinematic debut of Marvel's powerful sorcerer supreme, as played by Benedict Cumberbatch. This film introduces real magic to the MCU, unlike before, such as Thor where the magic is really advanced technology, where we get to see Stephen Strange summon spells and travel through alternate dimensions. The comic book movie is more than just another origin story, it's an awe inspiring epic tale of a man who went from an egotistical jerk to a man who sees the universe as bigger than what he believed in. Cumberbatch is perfect in the role, playing Strange as both a broken man and someone willing to go the extremes to do what's right. Scott Derrickson, who normally does horror films, was a great choice to direct as he captures the perfect visuals that the comics are known for and offers a great mix of both drama and comedy, though a bit of the comedic moments feel forced at certain times. I felt that the main villain, played by Mads Mikkelsen, was very intimidating and frightening though still lacked a bit in what was needed from a powerful antagonist that the MCU is known for, though the appearance of Dormammu and how he was defeated helped make this problem not as big. Tilda Swinton excels in the role of the Ancient One even through the controversy of her white washed role and Chiwetel Ejiofor does a perfect job playing what would become Strange's mortal enemy. Over all: 100%
Top list so far:
1. Zootopia
2. Doctor Strange
3. Sully
4. Deadpool
5. Captain America: Civil War
6. Finding Dory
7. Sausage Party
8. Star Trek Beyond
9. Indepence Day: Resurgence
10. The Shallows
11. The Nice Guys
12. 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi
13. Suicide Squad
14. Jason Bourne
15. Kung Fu Panda 3
16. The BFG
17. Ghostbusters 2016
18. Hail, Caesar!
19. X-Men: Apocalypse
20. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

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