Can animals talk in this universe? I don't wanna freak him out.

Rating: 9/10 (18 March 2019)

Wow! I would have thought that an animated superhero movie would be more like, I don't know, a feature-length cartoon. Something innocuous for the kids to enjoy. But this sucker is way more than that, an absolute masterpiece both technically and creatively. Strong, exciting performances by Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Mahershala Ali, John Mulaney, and oh yes, Nicolas Cage abound. Intense, genuine, and a real treat for everyone. Visually arresting and downright dazzling. And let's not forget the badass Aunt May, Lily Tomlin! Lily Tomlin! And finally, we all learn how one should swing from a thread. It's no wonder this was so critically lauded at award time.