Action Packed Extravaganza

Rating: 8/10 (22 December 2018)

I saw "Aquaman", starring Jason Momoa-Game of Thrones_tv, Stargate:Atlantis_tv; Amber Heard_Magic Mike XXL: Machete Kills; Patrick Wilson-The Nun, The Watchmen and Nicole Kidman-Paddington, Batman Forever.
This movie is based on a comic book character that was created in 1941. Thank goodness their inspiration is based specifically on a more updated story line from 2011, and not the 40's, 50's and 60's incarnation. Aquaman was not a real popular hero back in those days. In fact, lots of people would often make fun of his powers-he talked to fish. Although their are several nods to those more silly years-remember Topo the octopus? Well, he makes a cameo. The movie is directed by James Wan, who is more known for his horror films-such as the Conjuring , Insidious & Saw. Jason plays Arthur Curry-aka Aquaman-the half breed created by a human father and an Atlantean mother, who learns he is an heir to the throne of the underwater kingdom of Atlantis. However, he has no interest in the title and just wants to stay on the surface world. Nicole plays his mother. Jason's half brother Patrick, believes that he should rule-since he is a full blooded Atlantean. For the comic book crowd, Patrick's name is Orm, aka the Ocean Master. Amber-aka Mera-shows up to the surface world to try and change Jason's mind and come rule as the king. Otherwise, Patrick will declare war on the surface dwellers. Battles insue and it's an action packed CGI extravaganza, especially after another villain named Black Manta shows up. There are a few cameo actors that pop up-I liked the Dolph Lundgren one-and there is a scene just as the end credits start that hints at the next movie, but nothing at the very end.
It's rated "PG-13" for sci_fi violence, action and language and has a running time of 2 hours & 23 minutes.
I must admit, Aquaman is not one of my favorite heroes but I like Jason and I really enjoyed this movie. I would buy it on Blu-Ray.