Marvel’s newest Captain America: Brave New World – installment has hit early screenings, and let’s just say—it’s not getting unanimous applause. While Anthony Mackie’s take on the mantle is widely praised, the film itself? That’s where things get complicated.
Mackie Delivers, but Does the Story?
If there’s one thing critics agree on, it’s that Mackie owns the role. Ben Harrison, a film reviewer at Screen Insight, called him “effortlessly charismatic” and “the best part of the movie, hands down.”
“Mackie’s performance keeps this movie grounded. He brings weight to every scene, even when the script doesn’t quite hold up.”
That script, though, is where opinions start to split. Carla Mendez, who writes for Pop Cinema Weekly, felt the film lacked focus.
“There are great ideas in here, but the plot feels like it’s juggling too much at once. Some moments hit hard, but others feel like filler.”
Action Packs a Punch—For Some
One of the film’s biggest strengths, according to many, is its action. Riley Thompson, a YouTube film critic, praised the choreography.
“Some of the best fight sequences we’ve seen since The Winter Soldier. The shield work? Top-tier.”
Not everyone is convinced, though. Lucas Price, a longtime Marvel fan, wasn’t blown away.
“Sure, the action looks cool, but I never really felt the stakes. It’s all spectacle without much impact.”
Red Hulk: Worth the Hype?
Harrison Ford stepping in as Thaddeus Ross—and eventually Red Hulk—was one of the film’s most anticipated elements. Mia Sullivan, a Marvel analyst, was impressed.
“Harrison Ford brings pure intensity to Ross. When he transforms? Chills.”
Others, like Darren Cho, weren’t as enthusiastic.
“Red Hulk is fine, but he doesn’t get nearly enough to do. It’s like they introduced him just to say they did.”
Final Verdict: A Bit of a Toss-Up
So, where does Captain America: Brave New World land overall? It depends on who you ask. Jesse Clarke, from The Reel Review, put it this way:
“It’s entertaining, but uneven. Mackie shines, some moments land, but as a whole? It’s not quite the Marvel home run we’ve been waiting for.”
Love it or hate it, Captain America: Brave New World has people talking. Some critics admire Anthony Mackie’s take on the shield, while others feel the story lacks weight. The action delivers, but does it hit as hard as past Captain America films? That’s where opinions split. With Marvel’s future at a crossroads, this movie may not be the game-changer some hoped for, but it still sets the stage for what’s next.
With general audiences yet to weigh in, one question remains—will fans embrace Sam Wilson’s next chapter, or will this one fade into the background?