You'll Yield When Cap Throws His Mighty Shield!

Rating: 10/10 (6 February 2015)

Captain America: The Winter Soldier is an exception film in every way and far superior to Captain America: The First Avenger, which fails to meet the standards set by this film. Captain America has left the demigod brothers and uncanny magic from the Avengers behind and has settled down in Washington D.C., living the life as a SHIELD agent beside Director Nick Fury and fellow Avenger Natasha Romanoff. One of the first things you will notice in this film is that it gives off a more realistic aura than other Marvel movies. There is no more chitauri or Thor's other-worldly abilities; everything in the film is of this world and could realistically occur. The characters, especially newcomer Sam Wilson, feel relatable. Sam Wilson and Steve instantly connect upon learning that both of them served in the military. Not everyone is a secret agent, but even Natasha Romanoff can relate to some viewers with her witty comebacks and her enjoyable personality. The script was phenomenally written! Many of the characters have lines that will stick with you even after the film's running time. Black Widow's speech at the end sent shivers down my spine. More importantly, during those dark, grim, and serious scenes, the screenwriters find a way to add some humor, which lightens the mood. The score is very fitting to the tone of the movie and compliments the action scenes very well. Emotion isn't really a word most people would correlate with a superhero action flick, but in this case, Marvel has found a way into our hearts. After the death of James "Bucky" Barnes in Captain America: The First Avenger, most viewers presumed him dead but Marvel decided to revive Steve's childhood best friend and bring him back as the notorious Winter Soldier. The final fight scene between Steve and Bucky, although it may be brutal and intense, will make your heart throb with emotion. The plot of the movie was thoroughly thought out and leaves no room for error. This film is riddled with plot twists, including the fact that Hydra has been secretly working under the noses of SHIELD agents. However, this came as a complete and total shock and somewhat felt as though they pulled it out of nowhere as the previous Marvel movies did nothing to set this up. Bucky comes back as the lethal Winter Soldier which was a shock to most. The Winter Soldier makes for a very intimidating antagonist. The action scenes with the Winter Soldiers are some of the most gritty, brutal, and captivating fight scenes of the century. The hand-to-hand combat between Steve and the Winter Soldier is excellently choreographed. The acting was stunning and realistic. Chris Evans does an amazing job portraying the loyal and patriotic behavior of Cap. Scarlett Johansson gives Black Widow a spunk we didn't see in the Avengers. Sebastian Stan as the Winter Soldier did a great job acting with just his eyes, as the Winter Soldier had minimum lines throughout the film. Captain America: The Winter Soldier is a must see for any die-hard Marvel fan and I completely recommend it for anyone just in the mood to enjoy a movie. I assure you ... this film will not disappoint...