Aquaman - A billion dollar spectacle

Rating: 10/10 (10 April 2019)

The fact that DC pulled this movie after Justice League debacle is a dismay to many. In my opinion, they have always made better solo movies compared to marvel at this stage. Mos and BvS may be a critical failure but they were true classics which only an ardent DC lover can understand. Not to disrespect others opinions, but the criticism received by these movies was just unfair and whats more appalling is the common complaint of movie being too dark. These movies are made and meant to be dark which most of the critics berated and lost the whole plot.
Aquaman made over a billion dollar and is the DC's highest grossing movie which shattered many other records during its leggy run. The fact that movie was such a huge box office success after JL is a huge relief to the fans and the production house. This success is imperative to DCEU and it's future installments.
Coming to the movie, Aquaman has right amalgamation of story, visuals and action sequences. Out of these departments, VFX has been top notch that one would feel wet after coming out of the 3D Imax screens. It is synonymous to Avatar in terms of the graphics and one of the mainstay for the film's success. Furthermore, the trench sequence under the sea is a visual spectacle and major highlight of the movie.
Story wise movie is well balanced and predictable at times but overall it is decent story line that sets up perfectly for the sequel which is expected to start soon. The actors played their part well, especially Jason Mamoa charisma is a huge benefactor for the film's wide reach across the globe that later turned into box office numbers.
Finally, Aquaman is legitimate movie which can't be juxtaposed to any other superhero movie as there no such similar made till now. Although, the movie won't blow your mind but gives a refreshing feeling with astonishing visuals which can't be missed in theatres.
Comic Book Wise - 10/10
Normal Movie - 8/10