So What’s the Story

Following the events of ‘Avengers: Endgame’, our friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man is the supposed next Iron Man. Peter does not know if he can bare the pressure. Peter is then invited on a class trip. There he discovers a mysterious man named Quentin Beck who stops Venice from being destroyed by an Elemental. Peter is taken on an operation to take down the Elementals led by Nick Fury. There he must discover whether he is ready to be the next Iron Man.

Is It Worth Your While?

The film is inferior to the predecessor, but still has its qualities, now here are my reasons. First of all directing by Jon Watts, director of ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ (90% sweet) was as good as it was in Homecoming. The action scenes may have been a little overcrowded, but Jon Watts managed to direct them with style. The teen romance and comedic moments were directed perfectly. So for the directing, I give an A. Next I thought that the visuals were a little over the top, but looked as satisfying as any Marvel film. The Elementals seemed a bit overkill at times, but then you have to remember, that they are preparing Peter for Avengers level threats, so overkill is what they needed. So for the special effects, I give a B. Third, I thought that the script was funny, awkward in a good way, and worked pretty well with the chosen cast. So for the script, I give an A. Fourth and finally, I thought that the story was not as clever, unpredictable, nor as meaningful as ‘Homecoming’. It was fine for any average Marvel film, but after seeing ‘Endgame’ you feel disappointed with it. So for the story, I give a C-. Overall, Spider-Man: Far From Home had solid directing, a great cast choice, a hilarious script but a story that lacks the brains of its predecessor.

How Was the Cast?

The cast in Spider-Man Far From Home was funny, and perfectly selected for a Spider-Man film. First we have Tom Holland, as Peter Parker/Spider-Man. Like in the original, Tom Holland produced a natural flair into this movie, providing humor, teen romance, and superhero stunts on another level. He is the Peter Parker everybody imagines, dorky, smart, awkward, the whole package. Next we have Zendaya as MJ, she provided excellent chemistry with Tom Holland, making scenes funny and romantic in a weird way. Third we have Jake Gyllenhal as Quentin Beck/Mysterio. Jake Gyllenhal is possibly one of the most hysterical, laugh out loud villains of the MCU. Jake Gyllenhal expertly handled Mysterio’s deceiving and crazy personality with talent and power. Fourth and finally we have Samuel L. Jackson, as Nick Fury. As a person who has stayed with the MCU a long time, he’s still doing a great job keeping his intense character through the film cracking a few jokes here and there.

Aging ‘Spider-Man’

Like any other Marvel film, Spider-Man: Far From Home has loads of superhero action, explosions, gun shots, supernatural weather, the usual. It also has teen romance, flirting and some kissing. Peter parker is asked to change in front of an australian woman, but nothing is shown. However the film contains loads of humor, courage and friendship. Peter Parker will do anything to protect his friends or loved ones from harm.

By: Quinn Marcus