The latest edition of the MCU that has rocked the nation.
By Madison Sciba Culture Columnist Spoiler alert to the five people who have yet to see the latest Marvel movie. Spider-Man: No Way Home arrived in theaters on December 17th after over two years of anticipation. Fans rushed to the big screens and gave No Way Home one of the most successful opening weekends of all time. It has become a sensation all over the world with the Marvel community exploding over two of the greatest character reveals: Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield both reprising their previous roles as Spider-Man to aid Tom Holland’s Spider-Man. I had the opportunity to watch the movie opening day, something essential if you wish to avoid spoilers. Although rumors of them being in the movie had circulated, the appearance of both Maguire and Garfield shocked audiences with screams and cheers erupting in theaters. Anyone familiar with Garfield’s Spider-Man and The Amazing Spider-Man movies knows about the tragic death of Peter Parker’s girlfriend Gwen Stacy after she fell and Garfield’s Spider-Man was unable to save her. In a deja-vous moment, MJ, the girlfriend of Holland’s Peter Parker falls during the battle, with Garfield’s Spider-Man being the one to catch and save her. The look on Garfield’s face was indescribable, even bringing many in the audience to tears. Marvel movies are known for their end-of-the-credits scenes, but for the amount of hype that went into No Way Home, this did not translate into the first post-credit scene. All audiences got was a hint that Tom Hardy’s Venom might be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The second post-credit scene was not as disappointing, with fans finally getting a trailer to the long-anticipated Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. There was also a reappearance of Wanda after fans last said a sad goodbye to her in the award-winning Disney+ miniseries, WandaVision. After pushing release dates back months due to the pandemic, fans continue to sit on the edge of their seats for the Doctor Strange sequel, hoping it will answer several questions left unanswered in both WandaVision and No Way Home. Overall, Spider-Man: No Way Home is a must-see film. If you plan on watching any of the next MCU films, you will need to have seen No Way Home first. There is a reason it has been so successful and extremely popular.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda and Walt Disney Animation Studios team up once again to bring Encanto to the big screen. Filled with catchy songs and tear-jerking stories, Miranda and Disney continue their animated film winning streak.
By Isabelle Delostrinos Culture Columnist Walt Disney Animation Studios’ newest film, Encanto, is a tale about the struggles of self-identity among the pressures of an extraordinary family. Set in Colombia, Encanto follows the Madrigals and the legacy they hold. Helping keep the town alive for future generations, the Madrigals are the foundation of their small town due to the Encanto, a miracle of magic from their abuelo. Through their special magical powers and casita, the Madrigals show their service to the town. From Luisa’s super strength to Camilo’s shapeshifting abilities and Dolores’s astonishing hearing skills, each Madrigal is gifted a special attribute. All except Mirabel. When the magic of the Encanto is in jeopardy, Mirabel decides to take matters into her own hands to save the legacy. Will Mirabel, the only ordinary Madrigal, be able to prove her place in her family’s tree? Lin-Manuel Miranda does it again and adds yet another Walt Disney Animated film to his resume. Similar to Miranda’s award-winning pieces like Moana and Hamilton, Encanto features catchy and admirable songs that can be loved by many. His signature formulation of upbeat, rhythmic instrumentals, combined with singing and rapping, is evident in a number of songs in this film. Even so, many fans on Tik Tok found it bizarre that Miranda was not cast. The creator is also known for playing special roles in his own films such as the piragua guy in In the Heights and Vivo in Vivo. Although Miranda was unable to be heard on the big screen, the chosen cast had an outstanding performance. Brooklyn Nine-Nine star Stephanie Beatriz shows off her vocal talent as the main character, Mirabel Madrigal. She is also supported by Orange Is the New Black star, Diane Guerrero, who plays Isabela Madrigal, and Wilmer Valderrama from That 70’s Show, who plays Agustin Madrigal. Encanto is now available to stream anytime and anywhere on Disney+ and in theaters for a limited time. A new Netflix original film is climbing the ranks with its humorous take on serious, real-world issues. Don’t Look Up broke the Netflix record for most hours viewed in a single week, racking up 152 million hours streamed.
By Isabelle Delostrinos Culture Columnist Don’t Look Up, directed by Adam McKay, revolves around the many difficulties scientists face when presenting their findings to the public. Kate Dibiasky, played by Jennifer Lawrence, and Dr. Randall Mindy, played by Leonardo DiCaprio, are faced with a life-changing discovery. To their revelation, they find that a comet is headed towards earth with the ability to destroy the planet on impact. In complete distress, Dibiasky and Mindy immediately get in contact with both NASA and the government to initiate a plan of action to save humanity. However, their doctorate education from Michigan State was not enough to prove the seriousness of the issue. Throughout the movie, the two struggle to educate society on the reality that is to come as the denial of politicians and society’s stronger interest in celebrity drama makes it difficult for any progress to be made. Will the scientists be able to overcome these obstacles and get the world to believe them? Due to the film’s star-studded cast and its satirical approach being enough to break viewership records, how is it really being received? With a cast containing Meryl Streep, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lawrence, Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothee Chalamet, Kid Cudi, and Jonah Hill, just to name a few, this movie was set to become popular amongst Netflix users. Although the message of the movie was loud and clear, responses to the film are still mixed. Turns out, Don’t Look Up received only 55% on Rotten Tomatoes. Many critics see it as a misfire while viewers on Tik Tok can’t look past the randomness of the cast. It’s ironic how a film about listening to scientists is only being criticized in actual life during the second year of a global pandemic. If you haven’t watched it yet, Don’t Look Up is available to stream 24/7 on Netflix. |
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