Early Indications Indicate Justice League Is A Lot of Fun!
Warner Bros. just lifted the Social Media embargo for reviews of Justice League. This means, while full reviews for the film are unavailable, critics are allowed to post their thoughts on next week’s blockbuster. The great news? It’s mostly good news. However, there were some critiques. The film seems to be uneven. The plot is uninteresting; the villain is weak. Surprise, surprise. But, most if not all of the performances are being praised as “movie-saving.” The action is being hailed as a highlight, as well as the comedy. There’s plenty of reason to get excited.
Despite all of the positivity, the critics say the film is a mixed bag. However, it apparently has nothing to do with the cohesion between its two directors. If anything, that’s being praised as one of the highlights of the movie.
Justice League is better than expected, but not a home run. The interaction between the team is a lot of fun. The film sends the DCEU in a hopeful direction in line with where the brand should be headed. Flash and Aquaman steal the show. Cyborg and villain are the weak links.
— /Film (@slashfilm) November 10, 2017
I have a lot to say about ‘Justice League’ but will wait till it’s released to really get into it. But two important things to know: stay till the very end of the credits and Jason Momoa (@PrideofGypsies) is awesome as Aquaman. pic.twitter.com/Pg6cKCZAEo
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) November 10, 2017
https://twitter.com/ConnerWS/status/929031408286183424
Take the Good with the Bad
Sometimes, even the same writers were eager to points out the film’s flaws. Even though every reviewer happens to mention a flaw or two the important takeaway is the impression they all give. Not a single one of these reviewers flat out trashes the film. And these are reputable critics, not partial to DC or Marvel in any way. If it seems that way sometimes it’s more likely do to the uneven nature of DC Films and the almost too even nature of Marvel Studios.
https://twitter.com/ConnerWS/status/929030929523154944
I saw #JusticeLeague! Here’s what I thought. There are ton of things I’d change but it comes down to this: I had a blast! I got to see the team together and I had fun watching it. Ezra Miller steals the movie and #WonderWoman was perfect! pic.twitter.com/rgCI9fUuTs
— Jenna Busch-Henderson (@JennaBusch) November 10, 2017
SO I saw #JusticeLeague -twice. Still under embargo, but: This is a fun superhero flick. Funny but still hero adventure. Reminds me of JL Unlimited ep. Likable interaction amongst recognizable heroes. There is a villain problem (no worse than Marvel's) – @aaronsagers
— Aaron Sagers (@aaronsagers) November 10, 2017
But in the end, the most surprisingly unsurprising detail is that Gal Gadot and Ezra Miller, Wonder Woman and The Flash, apparently steal the show. A close third appears to be Jason Momoa as Aquaman, which is incredibly exciting considering Aquaman is the only DC Film to come out in 2018.
And yeah, I really liked #Aquaman in this (didn't expect to). Enjoyed Affleck's #Batman. Of course Gal's #WonderWoman is great, and Ezra's #TheFlash is a winner. I'm a fan. And I like messages of hope. I'll see it a third time #JusticeLeague
— Aaron Sagers (@aaronsagers) November 10, 2017
#JusticeLeague is better than BvS and #SuicideSquad – it's lean, mean & packed w/ superhero action. I dug most of its lighter moments & I think it has one of the best action sequences ever in a DCEU movie. And of course Wonder Woman steals the show. pic.twitter.com/rW3UjpBUMk
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) November 10, 2017
https://twitter.com/RogueCheddar/status/929030921809838080
Breathe, just Breathe
And with that a massive sigh of relief fell over every DC and comic book movie fan out there. Due to the uneven nature of the previous DC Films a cloud of doubt has fallen over Justice League throughout its entire production. We saw our first trailer for the film at San Diego Comic Con…in 2016. Before Suicide Squad had been released. Excitment fell to a new low after that film. Luckily, audiences found a little hope in Wonder Woman.
Now that Justice League appears to tread water audiences will likely feel a little more confident in the futures of: Batman, Superman, The Flash, Aquaman, Wonder Woman and Cyborg. In the hands of Geoff Johns, Joss Whedon, Chris Terrio, Zack Snyder, and more, the road is clear and promising.
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