Aquaman (2018) [Movie Review]
Dir: James Wan
Aquaman
delivers an excellent all-round performance. From acting and directing, to
sound and camera work, to graphics and visual effects, to an entertaining and
engaging storyline, the film has it all. It even has something DC usually
struggles with and which is kind of a trademark of Marvel’s heroes: a sharp sense
of humour. This came as a shock to me. The film is really hilarious. Jason, who
plays, Arthur a.k.a. Aquaman, whips out a number of tension-busting wisecracks
that strike home at all the right moments. The romance appears a bit forced,
but the drama and action more than compensate for it. Amber plays a defining
role in the film and she does it with an elegance and finesse that defines the nature of her character. Willem, is also brilliant as the scheming vizier. Nicole seems
to fit in brilliantly as the queen mother and Patrick shines as the villain.
The casting couldn’t have been better. The actors all blended in so well with
their roles that it appeared as if the role were designed to suit them and not
the other way around.
The film appears to have been tailored to suit our times. The language is contemporary, the personality of the hero is too. His life story is easily relatable to and perhaps that's what adds to his charm. Aquaman does seem like the hero of our times. He doesn't only serve as a hero but also reminds us, human beings, of the damage we are doing to the rest of the world's ecosystem, particularly, the hydrosphere. So, in more than just one way, the film is path-breaking. It doesn't just offer a great superhero thriller, but combines it very meticulously with sound ethical principles.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wcj6SrX4zw
Starring: Jason Momoa, Amber Heard,
Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, Nicole Kidman
Dur: 2 hrs 22 mins
Genre: Superhero
Rating: 9/10
Rating: 9/10
This is
something I never thought I would see for at least a little longer! No, it’s
not the Aquaman film I’m talking about; it’s DC’s next big blockbuster! Over
the years, DC has tried several times to come up with something fantastic, at
least something that could match their rival, Marvel’s success. The closest
they’ve come was The Dark Knight (2008) and The Dark Knight Rises
(2012), both of which are in the top ten highest grossing superhero films. Not
even the superhero ensemble film, Justice League (2017) or their epic,
clash-of-the-titan, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) could make
the bill. In my opinion, Wonder Woman (2017) was their last great
product. Although it sadly didn’t do as well as it perhaps should have, it
served as a beacon of hope that finally, DC had pulled their act together and
learnt to produce good superhero films. When it comes to television, DC is the
king. I’ve seen a couple of Marvel’s superhero serials and frankly, they are
simply atrocious! On the other hand, DC has made a name for itself in the world
of television but has failed to reproduce it’s success in the world of film. What
Wonder Woman couldn’t do for DC, I’m sure Aquaman will. This is
hands down one of the finest superhero films of the year, and this year saw
some of the best and biggest superhero films hit the screens.
Aquaman
delivers an excellent all-round performance. From acting and directing, to
sound and camera work, to graphics and visual effects, to an entertaining and
engaging storyline, the film has it all. It even has something DC usually
struggles with and which is kind of a trademark of Marvel’s heroes: a sharp sense
of humour. This came as a shock to me. The film is really hilarious. Jason, who
plays, Arthur a.k.a. Aquaman, whips out a number of tension-busting wisecracks
that strike home at all the right moments. The romance appears a bit forced,
but the drama and action more than compensate for it. Amber plays a defining
role in the film and she does it with an elegance and finesse that defines the nature of her character. Willem, is also brilliant as the scheming vizier. Nicole seems
to fit in brilliantly as the queen mother and Patrick shines as the villain.
The casting couldn’t have been better. The actors all blended in so well with
their roles that it appeared as if the role were designed to suit them and not
the other way around.
The story
is a bit long-winded but forgivable, given that it is an origin story.
Nevertheless, James Wan ensures that there is hardly a dull moment throughout.
If there isn’t anything very dramatic happening by way of story, there is
something brilliant by way of special effects and graphics. The blend of excellent
camera work with genius visual effects is something to be marveled at. The
underwater scenes are simply breathtaking. You have to see it for yourself to
fully appreciate the masterful production. No videos or reviews could give you
an accurate idea of what the experience is like. It demands a personal watch.
And if you’re doing so, make sure it’s 3D, otherwise, it’s not going to be half
as brilliant.
The film appears to have been tailored to suit our times. The language is contemporary, the personality of the hero is too. His life story is easily relatable to and perhaps that's what adds to his charm. Aquaman does seem like the hero of our times. He doesn't only serve as a hero but also reminds us, human beings, of the damage we are doing to the rest of the world's ecosystem, particularly, the hydrosphere. So, in more than just one way, the film is path-breaking. It doesn't just offer a great superhero thriller, but combines it very meticulously with sound ethical principles.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wcj6SrX4zw
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