“Endgame” REVIEW

It’s the end of the saga where all realms of the Marvel Universe face a ultimate choice after Thanos wiped out half of the Earth in the previous Infinity War. Now time is of the essence literally to see if the remaining Avengers can correct things and set it on a better path for the future.

At a 3 hour runtime, thus the longest Marvel film yet, Avengers Endgame is packed with everything the long running saga has put together and it is sure to make the diehard enthusiasts tear up as predictable reunions happen at the most opportune moments.

Of course no Marvel film would be complete without the comic legend himself as mastermind, Stan Lee’s cameo had audiences cheering with his inclusion for the epic finale. The known face to the MCU franchise has been known for his witty cameos in every Marvel movies since the beginning.

Coming from a long line of nearly 22 movies, the film reunites fan favorites including Robert Downey Jr as Ironman, Chris Evans as Captain America, Chris Hemsworth as the electrifying Thor, Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel who just was introduced less than two months ago with her spin off, Benedict Cumberbatch as the timely Dr. Strange as well as the witty, Guardians of the Galaxy team headed by Starlord (Chris Pratt). It’s the battle to end all battles as there is action from the first scene through the the last when ultimately the question is can they truly defeat Thanos?

Ultimately without giving too much away, the film does an exceptional job of tying in loose ends as well as even hinting as to the future of the MCU franchise as for several knowns, audiences will find out this truly is the “Endgame” for fan favorites.

That being said, one is definitely encouraged to see Avengers Endgame in a theater near you, as it is available not only on standard viewing but also in the highly anticipated IMAX theaters. One definitely does not want this movie to leave without seeing at least once and the opening weekend proved popularity as it topped the box office with well over a billion domestically.

Avengers: Endgame came out in theaters everywhere on April 26, 2019 and is a must see for all fans alike. It’ll hold your attention from scene one and though there is no end scene, there is something at the end that will have you intrigued to wait till the end credits even if just to listen.

Insurgent Rises Up

The epic sequel of the Divergent Series by Veronica Roth, stars Shailene Woodley and Theo James and had fans flocking the theaters its debut weekend as it brought in over 52 million in revenue.

The film picks up right where Divergent leaves off.  Tris Pryer and Four are now factionless after an attempt by Erudite to overthrow Abnegation, destroys one fifth of the faction system.  Now its up to Tris and Four to restore peace in the land while Erudite leaders are searching desperately for ALL Divergent’s to destroy for their own benefit.

Insurgent is an action packed blockbuster that is filled with adventure as well as romance as the love between Tris and Four further blossoms in the mist of trying to stay alive and form an army.  It’s a movie that is highly recommended and fans of the book should not be disappointed.

Insurgent opened in theaters worldwide on March 20th and its opening is just slightly under the original Divergent film.