Not bad for Number 3

Rating: 8/10 (5 May 2007)

Spiderman 3 is a very decent movie. Much like its predecessors, it is rich in story and is an adequate comic adaption. Sam Raimi definitely knows his stuff when it comes to making movies like these.
Most critics and viewers will talk about how this movie is the weakest of the three, or the best of the three. This movie is neither. It is entertaining, keeping you on your seat during the fights and blends it with story and character development. It also has its flaws.
Most Spidey fans will see this movie because of the villains, this one stars Venom, Sandman, and the second green goblin(Harry Osborn). True fans of the comic will not like how much screen time is given to Venom. He is very underused and for good reason. Sam Raimi was coerced to include this character into the movie, making it seem convoluted with too many things going on.
Tobey Maguire seems out of his comfort zone when he dons the black suit and changes his entire personality. It doesn't fit well with the he is portrayed. The characters who are Peter's friends, often do quirky things and dance and sing, which some people dislike.
Not being a cinematic masterpiece, it it still worth seeing, either going to the theatre or waiting for the DVD release. Anyone watching and liking the first two movies should check this one out.
Eight out of Ten