Marvel's Ant Man (2015)

Started by Zack M18 pages

It was ok. Definitely in the middle of all the MCU movies so far. Not good and not terrible.

I actually think Michael Pena had the best comedic lines. "Baskin Robins always finds out, bro."

"That's one messed up dog". Probably the best comedic parts in the movie.

Overall? C+.

So it was better then Man of Steel?

Originally posted by Tzeentch
So it was better then Man of Steel?

It was more of the same Marvel formula we have seen before. So, no.

Originally posted by Zack M
It was more of the same Marvel formula we have seen before. So, no.

I disagree with the same Marvel formula

what other movie had the heist story?

Originally posted by Zack M
It was more of the same Marvel formula we have seen before. So, no.

care to explain "the marvel formula"?

I think there referring to things like the forgettable villains, cheeky humor, strong independent woman that don't need no man, ripped lead actor showing off just how ripped they are somewhere in the movie, references to other stuff in the MCU, tension that really doesn't go anywhere. Stuff like that.

Though I will say Ant Man is enjoyable for what it is though I'm still annoyed with how Marvel opted not to use Ultron's actual back-story but that's a different set of complaints.

Originally posted by Kazenji
When that was reference?...i missed it.

here's some easter eggs.....Spoilers for those that are yet to see the movie

http://www.etonline.com/news/168140_13_ant_man_easter_eggs_and_marvel_references/


Towards the end when falcon was talking to that Asian woman, she mentioned that there's a guy who
Spoiler:
swings and climbs buildings

Yeah i read about it in those easter eggs link.

Originally posted by wakkawakkawakka
I think there referring to things like the forgettable villains, cheeky humor, strong independent woman that don't need no man, ripped lead actor showing off just how ripped they are somewhere in the movie, references to other stuff in the MCU, tension that really doesn't go anywhere. Stuff like that.

Though I will say Ant Man is enjoyable for what it is though I'm still annoyed with how Marvel opted not to use Ultron's actual back-story but that's a different set of complaints.

Yeah, basically this. Same cookie cutter stuff we've been getting for a while. I'll say this, though. Michael Pena is the funniest out of any Marvel cinematic character so far. He was the MVP here.

Originally posted by Zack M
Yeah, basically this. Same cookie cutter stuff we've been getting for a while. I'll say this, though. Michael Pena is the funniest out of any Marvel cinematic character so far. He was the MVP here.

Cookie cutter? This is one of Marvel's most unique films. The criticisms you guys are making are pretty weak because they're simply outright wrong IMO. The criticisms you both make sound like they come from a pessimist who's speculating how the movie is gonna be without having seen it.

I didn't find it all that unique. I did love the first parts in when he first got the suit and shrunk, but then I kept on thinking of Honey I Shrunk The Kids. Not a bad thing, since I loved that movie when I was a kid. I found half the movie kind of boring and one of the weaker villains in the series.

Originally posted by Zack M
I didn't find it all that unique. I did love the first parts in when he first got the suit and shrunk, but then I kept on thinking of Honey I Shrunk The Kids. Not a bad thing, since I loved that movie when I was a kid. I found half the movie kind of boring and one of the weaker villains in the series.

Experiencing the world and mythos of antman was enthralling fun. Paul Rudd is personable and fantastic. The villain maybe wasn't shake in your boots terrifying, but he served the story well, besides the focus of this movie is on the hero not the villain. I'd give this movie 8.5/10.

I found Paul kind of average. He had some good lines and a breath of fresh air compared to the likes of Ryan Reynolds. Michael Pena had the best comedic stuff for me.

Paul Rudd may not have acted caricature like Chris Pratt, but he still inhabits and becomes the character. Also Rudd is great at subtle and organic comedy.

Originally posted by Firefly218
Spoiler:
Also it leaves open the possibility of hank pym's wife coming out of the quantum state as her young self

Spoiler:
Yep. That’s great news! Now Marvel can get a young hot actress to play her rather than some old women!
😛

Anyway, the movie was better than I expected. Currently I’d give it a 6/10, so a bit better than average.

Originally posted by wakkawakkawakka
I think there referring to things like the forgettable villains, cheeky humor, strong independent woman that don't need no man, ripped lead actor showing off just how ripped they are somewhere in the movie, references to other stuff in the MCU, tension that really doesn't go anywhere. Stuff like that.

I was waiting for Golgo to answer that, because most likely he is just repeating some buzz words and opinions he hears from others.

Originally posted by Zack M
Yeah, basically this. Same cookie cutter stuff we've been getting for a while.

I can write examples of "formulas" from different sets of film franchises the same way.

"Star Wars formula", "Aliens formula", Predator formula", "Terminator formula", "fast and the furious formula", etc, etc

Since when is this considered a bad thing? Oh thats right, is bad when people want to create imaginary flaws because of company wars.
Every franchise follows specific "formulas" or else why even be a franchise or even be related movies?
The DCU has 1 movie in their resume and I can write a quick summery of what their "formula" will be. Especially basing it off of what Affleck and snyder said about embracing their "dark & mature" tone.

DCU formula will basically be the same as the MCU just change out the humor for forced edgy mature themes, and everything be dark, souless, and desaturated.
There will be tons of destruction porn, 3rd act strong brick slugfests that level a city (zod, doomsday), excessive emotional situations , over the top fights (in a supposedly realistic take on these characters), hints at bigger threats (like Thanos but in this case Darkseid), annoying love interests, scowls and mad faces everywhere, religious symbolism, etc.

Originally posted by Firefly218
Cookie cutter? This is one of Marvel's most unique films. The criticisms you guys are making are pretty weak because they're simply outright wrong IMO. The criticisms you both make sound like they come from a pessimist who's speculating how the movie is gonna be without having seen it.

None of the stuff I mentioned would make the movie bad or even be a negative towards the film's quality though it is a pattern that has been evident throughout the MCU.

Originally posted by Inhuman
I was waiting for Golgo to answer that, because most likely he is just repeating some buzz words and opinions he hears from others.

I can write examples of "formulas" from different sets of film franchises the same way.

"Star Wars formula", "Aliens formula", Predator formula", "Terminator formula", "fast and the furious formula", etc, etc

Since when is this considered a bad thing? Oh thats right, is bad when people want to create imaginary flaws because of company wars.
Every franchise follows specific "formulas" or else why even be a franchise or even be related movies?
The DCU has 1 movie in their resume and I can write a quick summery of what their "formula" will be. Especially basing it off of what Affleck and snyder said about embracing their "dark & mature" tone.

DCU formula will basically be the same as the MCU just change out the humor for forced edgy mature themes, and everything be dark, souless, and desaturated.
There will be tons of destruction porn, 3rd act strong brick slugfests that level a city (zod, doomsday), excessive emotional situations , over the top fights (in a supposedly realistic take on these characters), hints at bigger threats (like Thanos but in this case Darkseid), annoying love interests, scowls and mad faces everywhere, religious symbolism, etc.

I pray WB can change things up a bit and not do the same thing over and over. To me it gets a little irritating.

just literally got back from seeing this.. I liked it.. the story was good... Douglass was really well used and excellent as Hank... I've always liked Evangeline Lilly so she was great 😄 .... Humor was spot on and funny.. Rudd and Stoll played off each other well.. Even seeing

Spoiler:
Anthony Mackie
was a pleasure to see.

oh well bring on Cap Civil War..

oh and this so called war between Marvel and DC doesn't even exist except in the minds of dumb ass idiots who need 5150 holds.. btw the BVS trailer looked so good on an IMAX screen ..

Originally posted by Inhuman
I was waiting for Golgo to answer that, because most likely he is just repeating some buzz words and opinions he hears from others.

I can write examples of "formulas" from different sets of film franchises the same way.

"Star Wars formula", "Aliens formula", Predator formula", "Terminator formula", "fast and the furious formula", etc, etc

Since when is this considered a bad thing? Oh thats right, is bad when people want to create imaginary flaws because of company wars.
Every franchise follows specific "formulas" or else why even be a franchise or even be related movies?
The DCU has 1 movie in their resume and I can write a quick summery of what their "formula" will be. Especially basing it off of what Affleck and snyder said about embracing their "dark & mature" tone.

DCU formula will basically be the same as the MCU just change out the humor for forced edgy mature themes, and everything be dark, souless, and desaturated.
There will be tons of destruction porn, 3rd act strong brick slugfests that level a city (zod, doomsday), excessive emotional situations , over the top fights (in a supposedly realistic take on these characters), hints at bigger threats (like Thanos but in this case Darkseid), annoying love interests, scowls and mad faces everywhere, religious symbolism, etc.

spot on

I didn't see the BVS trailer, but I saw the Star Wars. People clapped. Can't wait for that one!