Aquaman: THe review

Rating: 8/10 (23 December 2018)

The movie definitely exceeded my expectations for the most part and it was really pleasant to watch, however, it was a far cry from perfect.
What I liked the most, and this is of course my personal opinion, is that the incorporated a lot of jokes. Even though at times it seemed corny, it was still funny for me so I enjoyed them. The visuals were amazing, the color selection ( for the most part ) was extremely high level, the whole concept of filming everything underwater was pure delight to watch.
Now for the things that could have been improved. All the things I am about to say, I reviewed them on my way home, since I wanted to concentrate on the movie in the cinema.
Black Manta. In my opinion, the back story was somewhat weak, and the dialogue was not strong for the character. I think this was mostly an issue on the director's side, not the authors. Further, since when do pirates have the ability to dismantle atlantian tech and the reassemble it according to what they need ? Did the Black Manta have a degree in robotics/physics degree or something ?
The second submarine that attacked the meeting between Orm and King Nereus, where did it come from? Who was behind it? Not sure I understood that part. Most likely it was Orm's doing but never really explained by whom it was piloted or how.
The scene jumping from the plane into the desert. Since when do children of King's and Queens can just dive from, suppose 500 meters and above, and have no damage ? :) Of course they have super strength and all but if we were to take actual physics into account here, it did seem rather weird.
Lastly, the last fighting scene between the two armies - Orm's united forces and crab looking people ( forgot their name ) it was not done in a good manner. Absolutely, the effects were stunning, the light show display was amazing, but the camera was moving so fast that you could hardly understand what was going on. To continue, the last fighting scene between Aquaman an Orm, how did that ship get up there to the surface? It was not shown, neither did Aquaman push it to the surface so who knows..
My biggest surprise was the transition of Aquaman from this cool, confident, slightly cocky person to this timid, unworthy Kind towards the moment of obtaining the trident. Honestly, it felt somewhat strange. Of course, I do know the fact he never wanted to be king, but his whole personality of fighting for what is right, protecting the people and then suddenly changing to the sour face person, who thinks he is unworthy? I think the writing of that scene was strange.
There were other small plot holes, but for the most part, it was truly enjoyable.
The acting. I definitely liked everyone in the movie, especially Jason Momoa and Amber Heard. One could say there was little chemistry between them, but in my eyes, I saw their sparkle, these little hints of something to come. It gave me this nice and warm feeling. Therefore, my compliments to the whole crew on delivering this movie to us, and on good acting. I was going for a 7, but ended up putting an 8. Despite the fact I am objective and realistic, it is Christmas after all.