Unlike many Superhero Movies entertaining AND surprising.

Rating: 8/10 (28 April 2014)

Normally I don't tend to go in Superhero Movies with high expectations in terms of Story and especially Logic. I watch these Movies because I want to see Action. Fast cut scenes, bombastic explosions, amazing special-effects and breathtaking Fightscenes - if possible in Slowmotion. This kind of attrition war fares attract the young audience - me included - and this is what they want to see ( which is also the reason why we soon will be literally flooded with Superhero Movies by Marvel and DC).
And in exactly this point "The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Rise Of Electro" convinced and surprised me equally: The entire Optic looks amazing, especially in 3D. Slowmotion, spectacular tracking shots and the fight- scenes with the villain Electro are a feast for eyes and ears, especially if you watch the Movie in Dolby Atmos! The soundtrack fits perfectly and supports the appearance of Electro fantastic - goosebumps guaranteed. However, besides of the gimmickry the Movie offers something else, which differentiates it positive from the plenty of other Superhero Movies: Humanity.
Then unlike other Movies of this type, is Spider-Man no Billionair nor a Mastermind; Spider-Man alias Peter Parker is a normal guy, how it could be everyone: With normal problems and in a difficult stage of life where he has to face multiple inner conflicts. This should especially address the younger target audience, in some scenes maybe even pierce to their heart. The movie manages it surprisingly well to make the cluster of human problems tangible for the viewer, always with the right balance between the emotional confused Peter Parker and the with Electro confronted Spider-Man. The chemistry between Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone is beyond perfect and creates a emotional connection with the love couple and the audience.
Anyhow, the Movie is absolutely entertaining and delivers Action, Drama, Romance and the typical Spider-Man slapstick humor. The viewer gets his money worth.