Avengers: Age of Ultron (May 1st, 2015)

[Deckard]

I think that may have to do more with Marvel having crappy film villains in general - Thor 2 bad guy (forgot his name lol), Whiplash, Ronan, Mandarin.

Lest we forget the late Baron Von Strucker. Guy surrendered, had a calm conversation and got murdered off screen.

 

[iron.jedi83]

i believed Ultron used some of the vibranium to create Vision.

 

[MaulFan]

So I watched this for a second time today, in the theater, and I have to say, I really enjoy this movie and might actually like it overall from start to finish more than the first Avengers. I feel like, comparing the two, Avengers feels almost more like a giant highlight reel where AOU feels more like a full film. I actually like that the events of AOU unfold more naturally.

 

[Khev]

I watched this in IMAX 3D with my kids today. Very fun and exciting movie. None of my concerns about this film were realized. I really enjoyed it. And it was also my first time seeing the new Force Awakens trailer, it made me misty eyed (in a good way, very good way.)

 

[guy66657]

In regards to both Quicksilvers...

Spoiler:

As much fun as DOFP's Peter was. He was simply way too overpowered and literally just Bart Allen in a wig. Hell, he was more like Tommy Shepard than Pietro. Not to mention that was simply just a plot device. I know it just sounds fanboyish but I'm just happy that we got a comic book Pietro on screen in Age of Ultron. He was actually a character. I'd rather have that than a dude who shouldn't be as overpowered as he was and had only one thing to do which was break Erik out. I dunno, character > one standout scene for me.

 

[MaulFan]

So is anyone else confused and bothered by how Thor ducks out of the opening battle to head back for the quinjet and makes Cap go after Loki's scepter, why wouldn't he keep fighting and go after.

 

[Deckard]

I feel like, comparing the two, Avengers feels almost more like a giant highlight reel where AOU feels more like a full film. I actually like that the events of AOU unfold more naturally.

I think they are both basically highlight reels. But AOU doesn't have to spend time actually putting the team together, establishing who gets along with who and how. It jumps right into action, and knows that is really all the movie is about. It's a giant action scene that manages to flow with it's storytelling in a way that's clear enough to function but keep you constantly entertained. Great balance overall, just some small hiccups along the way.

 

[The Clown Prince of Crime]

In regards to both Quicksilvers...

Spoiler:

As much fun as DOFP's Peter was. He was simply way too overpowered and literally just Bart Allen in a wig. Hell, he was more like Tommy Shepard than Pietro. Not to mention that was simply just a plot device. I know it just sounds fanboyish but I'm just happy that we got a comic book Pietro on screen in Age of Ultron. He was actually a character. I'd rather have that than a dude who shouldn't be as overpowered as he was and had only one thing to do which was break Erik out. I dunno, character > one standout scene for me.

Spoiler:

Too bad they killed him already It's the Whedon formula, first Cuolson and not QS. If he was going to do something so predictable like that, kill Hawkeye...not the guy with the cool powers That was lame.

 

[LexiKon318]

In regards to both Quicksilvers...

Spoiler:

As much fun as DOFP's Peter was. He was simply way too overpowered and literally just Bart Allen in a wig. Hell, he was more like Tommy Shepard than Pietro. Not to mention that was simply just a plot device. I know it just sounds fanboyish but I'm just happy that we got a comic book Pietro on screen in Age of Ultron. He was actually a character. I'd rather have that than a dude who shouldn't be as overpowered as he was and had only one thing to do which was break Erik out. I dunno, character > one standout scene for me.

Agreed

 

[guy66657]

Spoiler:

Too bad they killed him already It's the Whedon formula, first Cuolson and not QS. If he was going to do something so predictable like that, kill Hawkeye...not the guy with the cool powers That was lame.

Spoiler:

Thing is about Hawkeye though. He's in my top 3 favorite Avengers, hands down. I'd say that we definitely got more of the Clint from the comics in this movie. And I loved that. Just hated that they brought in his family from the Ultimate universe. XD He may not have powers but that's not why I like him. I just love him as a character overall. I actually said "**** you Joss" as soon as we saw bullet riddled Pietro. I was not happy with that. For once, I actually wouldn't mind if they brought someone back. I don't want Pietro dead at all. XD

 

[Deckard]

Spoiler:

I liked it. A superhero died to save a kid and a guy that didn't like him. Way better than Coulson's death overall. Leave him dead so it will mean something. Unlike Coulson who's just a lie and hasn't even been in movies since.

 

[meanstreak]

I think Joss Whedon has said publicly that he does not consider Agents of SHIELD part of the MCU and they should have left Coulson dead

Spoiler:

I have a feeling Wanda may be able to resurrect Pietro in Doctor Strange or something. I wouldn't mind either way since these movies already have more than enough characters.

 

[Master Wayne]

Saw it at midnight. I enjoyed it. On par with, if not a bit better than the first.

Highlights:

- Hawkeye was the heart of the film. The depth and awareness the character had here was excellent and made up for him being wasted in the first film.
- The Vision was beautifully designed. His creation scene stole the show for me.
- I loved Scarlett Witch. Both her role in the narrative, and because she was pretty darn cute.
- Ultron was a hundred times more menacing and interesting than silly little Loki.
- The pacing of this film was an improvement on the first.

Gripes:

- Some muddled and distracting yellowish color grading at times.
- The score was largely forgettable.
- The romance felt forced and didn't sell for me.
- Some silly dialogue and flat jokes. Nothing too terrible.

8/10 seems fair.

 

[JorReno]

Spoiler:

Quicksilver is alive!
1. Hill mentions he has cell regeneration or whatever
2. A cop shoots him in the arm early on, and it doesn't seem to bother him.
3. Scarlet Witch seems unfazed at the end of the film. Why isn't she mourning?

 

[GodzillaSpawn]

I saw it last night and I thought it was pretty solid but it lacked some of the charm of the first one. I did feel like half of the humor fell flat and was a bit too silly. Don Cheadle trying to tell his story and IM and Thor arguing over there gf's come to mind. I didn't have the genuine laughs like I did from the first film. This film felt very much like the middle of a trilogy so I think it does have that kind of working against it only slightly. I was happy to see Hawkeye get attention, and I like what they did with the Hulk (awesome reference about Hulk not being Banner's biggest fan).

I did enjoy

Spoiler:

the fight between Hulk and Iron Man...to me that stole the show. The ending paled in comparison a bit because I don't think Ultron really was as badass as I expected. He typically physically dominates a fight against the entire team but in this film he really wasn't. Vision was great though, and I loved the hammer scene (both actually). The post credit scene and the existence of Wakanda though were great little gems. Come on Black Panther!

 

[LexiKon318]

Spoiler:

Quicksilver is alive!
1. Hill mentions he has cell regeneration or whatever
2. A cop shoots him in the arm early on, and it doesn't seem to bother him.
3. Scarlet Witch seems unfazed at the end of the film. Why isn't she mourning?

Spoiler:

I thought she was mourning when she told Ultron that she already died

 

[The Ween]

I think Joss Whedon has said publicly that he does not consider Agents of SHIELD part of the MCU and they should have left Coulson dead

Kinda hard for it not to be, Joss! Too bad for you!

 

[The Clown Prince of Crime]

So no one had a problem with all the destruction? Ok, just checking

 

[Deckard]

The entire third act is about saving civilians at the expense of their own deaths if need be. One of the heroes dies saving a kid. I think they covered their ass quite well when Quicksilver is more heroic than Superman.

 

[ronri]

The entire third act is about saving civilians at the expense of their own deaths if need be. One of the heroes dies saving a kid. I think they covered their ass quite well when Quicksilver is more heroic than Superman.