With all the hype and chatter surrounding "Deadpool & Wolverine," the film still manages to blow our minds, especially for those of us who grew up on superhero films pre-Marvel Cinematic Universe. While this movie delivers a barrage of violence, comedy, and heavy nostalgia, it could benefit from a bit more subtlety and refinement. At times, it feels overly expository and unnecessarily long. However, if you love the "Deadpool" shtick, this film will be high on your all-time favorites list.
Set six years after the previous film, Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) has traded his mercenary antics for a quiet life as a car salesman. His peaceful days abruptly end when the Time Variance Authority (TVA) – the bureaucratic organization that exists outside of time and space – calls him into action. Wade learns his world faces inevitable destruction and, desperate, seeks Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) to save those he considers family before it's too late.
If you feared that moving to Disney and the Marvel Cinematic Universe would tone down Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool, you can relax. "Deadpool & Wolverine" retains its irreverent humor, mature violence, and off-the-cuff script. Even better, it feels like the creators had free rein over its overall concept, ideas and cameos. Speaking of cameos, they are a highlight. The audience roared and gasped with each surprise appearance - silly and over-the-top are the closest words to describe these reveals. You just never know what you'll be seeing on-screen.
As expected, Ryan Reynolds delivers his signature performance, and even on his third outing, his humor remains fresh. However, Hugh Jackman steals the show. While nothing tops "Logan," this is one of his best portrayals of Wolverine. His intensity in both action and emotional heft is crucial to the film’s success. The narrative, however, falters. The premise and story are nothing special, and at times, the execution feels lost. The film can feel long and drawn-out, and even the surprises become overbearing near the end. The main villains also feel lackluster and uninteresting - mere fodder to make the story seem more engaging than it is.
Overall, "Deadpool & Wolverine" maintains the same vibe as its predecessors. It has everything to make fans scream at the top of their lungs and more. For us, we were mostly happy to get the same unabashed, unfiltered experience one more time.
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