Fun, but forgettable

Rating: 5/10 (26 April 2015)

Age of Ultron, I'm fairly sure, is exactly whatever you're expecting it to be. If you're a fan of the humour and the first Avengers in particular, you'll of course love this one as much, if not more. However, if you're like me and weren't sold on the first one, then you're probably in for more of the same. AOU promises a darker tone, The Empire Strikes Back of the eventual Avengers quadrilogy if you will. Despite this, the film lacks any suspense given that we know our superhero pals will be coursing back onto our screens for their next dozen blockbusters over the next few years. Not to mention the more dramatic tone, or lack thereof, as every scene feels inconsequential, with the Avengers playfully joking about as we wait for the next fight; fights which should spell danger and anxiety for them. additionally, sub-plots are picked up and never expanded upon. Why is Nick Fury suddenly popping up in the middle of the film, offering nothing plot or character wise? Why did Black Widow flirt with Bruce once at the start of the film only for the next time we see them together for them to be in a relationship? The film was originally 3 hours+, and it's blatant that important, character developing scenes have been cut out (that being said, if you're willing to wait I'd guarantee the director's cut of the film to be more satisfying). ultron is a menacing and worthy foe to the Avengers, and his screen presence is fantastic, however his motivations seem shaky at best and his intentions to cleanse the world seem weak, considering the story revolves around his might. despite these flaws, Age of ultron is a good film and a worthy sequel to The Avengers. It's more of the same, but in a good way. The action scenes are of course amazing and breathtaking at times, if a little suspense-less. The scenes with Quiksilver are brilliant, and overall some of the set pieces in the film are a wonder to behold, especially the opening tracking shot of all the Avengers together. Overall, this film is good, not great, as with so many Marvel movies as of late. Go and see it, it'll entertain you. Just don't expect "The Empire Strikes Back" of the MCU.