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The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
05-02-12, 10:45 AM
#51
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Actually, this movie is almost a complete adaptation of Mark Millar's "The Ultimates". I say almost cause many elements from that story are shown on screen, which is not a dis on Joss Whedon at all, since I've been a fan of his since the original "Buffy" movie with Kristy Swanson. Any who, movie is a comic on screen and anyone who says it not good just because of joss Whedons involvement is trolling. Saw the flick and had a smile from ear to ear. Best time I had at a movie in a long time. It's just a fun, Super Hero movie. WB and DC are probably trying to figure out how to get a JLA movie made now.
05-02-12, 10:47 AM
#52
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
But Bendis' work on Avengers and Ultimate Spider-Man is a far cry below the quality of his Daredevil work.
And oh, wife beating Hank Pym.
05-02-12, 12:48 PM
#53
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Three words: Holy. Fucking. Shit!
This was everything I could have possibly wanted out of an Avengers movie. I was so happy to see Whedon get the gig as both director and writer, because I think he's generally great (except for Dollhouse) and he did not drop the ball once.
Ruffalo was perfectly cast as Banner. The moment he shows up on screen I completely forgot about Bana and Norton. And Hulk had many of the best moments in the film. My inner child was beaming with joy the whole time.
This movie should shut up most of the Whedon haters, unless their hatred is so irrational that they can't enjoy a movie that is balls to the wall awesome from beginning to end.
This was everything I could have possibly wanted out of an Avengers movie. I was so happy to see Whedon get the gig as both director and writer, because I think he's generally great (except for Dollhouse) and he did not drop the ball once.
Ruffalo was perfectly cast as Banner. The moment he shows up on screen I completely forgot about Bana and Norton. And Hulk had many of the best moments in the film. My inner child was beaming with joy the whole time.
This movie should shut up most of the Whedon haters, unless their hatred is so irrational that they can't enjoy a movie that is balls to the wall awesome from beginning to end.
05-02-12, 12:51 PM
#54
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Actually, this movie is almost a complete adaptation of Mark Millar's "The Ultimates". I say almost cause many elements from that story are shown on screen, which is not a dis on Joss Whedon at all, since I've been a fan of his since the original "Buffy" movie with Kristy Swanson. Any who, movie is a comic on screen and anyone who says it not good just because of joss Whedons involvement is trolling. Saw the flick and had a smile from ear to ear. Best time I had at a movie in a long time. It's just a fun, Super Hero movie. WB and DC are probably trying to figure out how to get a JLA movie made now.
05-02-12, 01:11 PM
#55
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Arpeggi...0 stars?? Really?? Maybe he should stick to watching basketball. 
Edit: Ah I see, he didn't even see the movie. Just a personal hate for Joss Whedon.
Working Friday, Saturday and an overnight shift going into Sunday afternoon. Will try to catch this late Sunday afternoon if I'm not too tired.
Really?? Maybe he should stick to watching basketball. Edit: Ah I see, he didn't even see the movie. Just a personal hate for Joss Whedon.
Working Friday, Saturday and an overnight shift going into Sunday afternoon. Will try to catch this late Sunday afternoon if I'm not too tired.
05-02-12, 02:18 PM
#56
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
apparently we are getting a 2nd post credit scene:
http://www.superherohype.com/news/ar...gers-confirmed
http://www.superherohype.com/news/ar...gers-confirmed
05-02-12, 02:20 PM
#57
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
The basic plot is similar to The Ultimates, but luckily avoids all the obscenely stupid shit Millar packed in there, character-wise.
Oh and I can confirm the second post-credits scene. The first one is after the above the line credits (which is set to a montage of the different costumes everyone wears), and the second one is after all the credits.
Oh and I can confirm the second post-credits scene. The first one is after the above the line credits (which is set to a montage of the different costumes everyone wears), and the second one is after all the credits.
05-02-12, 02:40 PM
#58
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
I didn't stick around until post-post credits. 
Oh well, now I gotta go back!
Oh well, now I gotta go back!
05-02-12, 02:43 PM
#59
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Did you stick around for the previous Marvel Movies for the bonus scene?
05-02-12, 02:50 PM
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
The basic plot is similar to The Ultimates, but luckily avoids all the obscenely stupid shit Millar packed in there, character-wise.
Oh and I can confirm the second post-credits scene. The first one is after the above the line credits (which is set to a montage of the different costumes everyone wears), and the second one is after all the credits.
Oh and I can confirm the second post-credits scene. The first one is after the above the line credits (which is set to a montage of the different costumes everyone wears), and the second one is after all the credits.
05-02-12, 02:54 PM
#61
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Chitauri invasion prompts superhumans/enhanced humans to come together to save humanity. 
If you mean the post-credits sequence, it'll only make sense for people who've seen the movie, as it relates to a line Tony Stark has near the end of the film:
If you mean the post-credits sequence, it'll only make sense for people who've seen the movie, as it relates to a line Tony Stark has near the end of the film:
Spoiler:
05-02-12, 04:17 PM
#64
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
There are apparently two bonus scenes. The first (which I saw) felt like what would have been the post-credits scene for any of the other movies. I always stay...I just didn't think there would be two.
05-03-12, 01:19 AM
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Having seen the film twice now (ran it for my staff two nights in a row; ah, private IMAX shows), I'll just superfluously confirm the two bonus scenes. One is after the above-the-line credits (cast names! superhero logos!), then the other at the very end after the credits crawl.
05-03-12, 01:32 AM
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
I read this was shot in 1.85:1. That's sort of surprising. Most of the big blockbusters are usually 2.35/2.40:1 ratios. I know the Jurassic Parks, War of the Worlds, Spider-man 1, and Men in Black were all 1.85:1 as well. Doesn't seem to happen that often anymore.
But apparently the 1.85:1 ratio was requested by Disney.
But apparently the 1.85:1 ratio was requested by Disney.
I'm quite surprised at all the times the actors' heads were getting chopped by the top of the frame. Can't blame the projectionist there - first off, it was digital, and second, I was the projectionist!
05-03-12, 06:41 AM
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Well that was awesome. I thought both Iron Man and Thor were great, Cap and Incredible Hulk were good and Iron Man 2 was just ok as a frame of reference, Avengers is the best of the bunch.
Paced great, awesome action scenes (each fight is great, and the climactic brawl blows something like Transformers out of the water), each character is given enough time, really good villain. I loved it. And yea, this is the best characterization of Hulk, and I liked both previous films. Probably 4 stars here.
The 3-D was alright, didn't distract me and wasn't eye popping. I'll see it again in 2-D, as this was a screening, otherwise I'd have chosen 2-D. Although Scarlett's ass looked great in 3-D. Oh and, not saying I'd try, but if I had to, or the opportunity presented itself, yea, I'd sleep with Chris Hemsworth.
Paced great, awesome action scenes (each fight is great, and the climactic brawl blows something like Transformers out of the water), each character is given enough time, really good villain. I loved it. And yea, this is the best characterization of Hulk, and I liked both previous films. Probably 4 stars here.
The 3-D was alright, didn't distract me and wasn't eye popping. I'll see it again in 2-D, as this was a screening, otherwise I'd have chosen 2-D. Although Scarlett's ass looked great in 3-D. Oh and, not saying I'd try, but if I had to, or the opportunity presented itself, yea, I'd sleep with Chris Hemsworth.
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05-03-12, 09:13 AM
#69
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
I'm giving serious thought to seeing a midnight showing tonight, just to catch it with another enthusiastic crowd. And I never see movies twice in the theater.
05-03-12, 10:04 AM
#70
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Going to the midnight showing tonight, and wearing my "Browncoat" hat.
I think that what Marvel wants to do with this movie and any subsequent outing with these characters is make the movies flow together more seemlessly, kind of like comic books. I won't be shocked if we see Cap or Iron Man pop up in a cameo for the new Thor, or maybe Hulk shows up briefly in Iron Man 2. This can also allow them to slowly build the story for the next Avengers throughout the movies.
I think that what Marvel wants to do with this movie and any subsequent outing with these characters is make the movies flow together more seemlessly, kind of like comic books. I won't be shocked if we see Cap or Iron Man pop up in a cameo for the new Thor, or maybe Hulk shows up briefly in Iron Man 2. This can also allow them to slowly build the story for the next Avengers throughout the movies.
Spoiler:
05-03-12, 01:00 PM
#71
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
I'm also considering seeing it again tonight, even though I'm still kind of sick and have to be up early-ish tomorrow. It's that good!
05-03-12, 05:16 PM
#75
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Re: The Avengers (Whedon, 2012) — The Reviews Thread
Got my ticket! Have to drive 30 minutes away because my usual theaters are all sold out. That's something else I've never seen happen. They usually have enough screens to handle demand...even with Harry Potter and The Hunger Games.