Most memorable DC film yet

Rating: 7/10 (11 January 2019)

I was initially hesitant about seeing aquaman since most of the other DC movies that have come out recently were just derivative, generic rubbish (with the exception of wonder woman). However I decided to give it a go and must say I quite enjoyed it. It has a Guardians of the Galaxy vibe in that it's very colorful and over the top. Action sequences are extremely well done and quite a few scenes are just stunning in terms of lighting and effects. The story is fairly basic but unpredictable enough compared to the standard superhero movie to be a bit more engaging. Some of the characters could have been fleshed out more but Jason Mamoa was a perfect casting choice and really steals the show. The pacing is ok, I was never bored but some scenes felt a bit rushed and others seemed to go on for a bit longer than was really necessary. I found myself wanting a bit more humor and a little less campiness (the costumes especially were a bit much for me) but overall I found the film to be enjoyable and refreshing compared to the rest of the DC movies. Aquaman is essentially a big 80's cartoon brought to life with truly stunning cinematography and a strong cast. Definitely worth checking out in my opinion