Patriotism in a movie:

Rating: Null/10 (18 October 2011)

I remember the news paper reports of how some were discussed at that Captain America: The First Avenger" was going to be cut short to "The First Avenger" for the international markets. It was as if the international community would not be able to figure out the main character's name wearing a stars and stripes outfit carrying a US flag for a shield, but I progress and on to the review. This is my first review and I will probably not do the movie justice.
The movie was very well made. With the exception of the first movies it released, Marvel Enterprises is becoming known for its beginning backtracking. One of the reasons why it was so well made is all that the movie needed to do. This was Star Wars equivalent of "Revenge of the Sith." (I am one of the few fans of Star Wars that enjoy the prequels, but agree certain things could have been done better.) Mr. Johnston did a very good job in taking advantage of the patriotism felt and expressed in those days as he developed the courageous character of Steve Rogers. It was also a high point to show that what Rogers lacked in physical stature he made up for in intelligence. The part that I though was a little silly was the unveiling of the assassin, but it was well made up for in embellishing on the history of one of the reasons why Captain America was created. A little bit of doubt in his real purpose in the war, and reason for his participation in project rebirth is shown. After the doubt he becomes proactive and the movie is full of action, preparation, and more action until a semi-romantic icing scene. The last part of the movie is awesome.
Mr. Evans portrayed both Steve Rogers and Captain America beautifully, and most importantly with was absolutely no hint of Johnny Storm in the performance. I mention The Human Torch because allot of complaining was being done about Marvel recycling actors, and frankly I had my own concerns. However one of the obstacles that is being recognized to being overcome is finding not only finding directors that will do the character and story line justice, but also finding the actors who will mold themselves into the character that they are portraying. Johnny Storm and Steve Roger are at complete opposite sides of personality and character, and Chris Evan portrayed them equally well.