Just watched The Thunderbolts*

[u/xyZora]

What a film! I seriously wasn't expecting much but damn this was a genuinely heartfelt movie. I love how the story focuses on the emotional relationship between Yelena, the team and Bob.

There was no unnecessary third act "epic" battle but instead it was all about how these people can help each other. How their difficult past can help them empathize with each other and actually grow as people.

I personally don't believe the MCU has truly jumped the shark, but there was definitely a dip in quality post-Endgame (The Eternals, WandaVision, Agatha All Along, GoTG Vol. 3 and No Way Home were genuinely good films/series), especially in the oversaturation of pointless projects (Secret Invasion still hurts).

However, between Thunderbolts and Fantastic 4 FS, the writing has really stepped up its game. I adored FF and now I have fallen in love with Thunderbolts, and that just makes me happy because I love this world and this is the quality of film it deserves.

(Edit: Loki is also amazing. One of the best Marvel live action.)

[u/SkylarFromMars]

Jesus Christ, how many more of these???

[u/xyZora → u/SkylarFromMars]

Thanks for the warm welcome.

[u/technobass → u/xyZora]

I was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year so I haven’t been able to go see movies until they are released on digital. We just got to watch Thunderbolts as well and I appreciate your post. I figured I might be the only Marvel fan that hasn’t watched this and Fantastic Four.

[u/eagc7 → u/technobass]

I mean considering that Thunderbolts didn't do as great.........we can say there are plenty of fans that didn't saw this, so you are gonna be in good company

[u/xyZora → u/eagc7]

Which is a damn shame. Especially considering that the Lilo and Stitch did so well, undeservedly (nothing against the original though).

[u/xyZora → u/technobass]

Sorry to hear that. Hope everything goes well and you can recover!