A perfect action-filled adventure

Rating: 8/10 (5 May 2012)

I watched this movie at the cinema and I have no reason not to corroborate the great reviews it has generated. That said, Joss Wheldon showed a perfect understanding of each of those superheroes as he was able to find space to depict each of their individual characters.But what made this movie a blockbuster winner in my perspective are the mesmerizing action sequences, the stunning computer generated scenes and of course, the plethora of an ensemble cast, that is Robert Downey jr (Iron Man), Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Mark Ruffalo (Hulk), Chris Evans (Captain America), Samuel L.Jackson (Nick Fury), Tom Hiddleston (Loki), Gwyneth Paltrow (Pepper Potts), Stellan Skarsgaard (Dr Erik Selvig), Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) and Jeremy Renner (Hawkeye).
Mark Rufallo was ordinarily effective as Bruce Banner albeit he will never surpass Edward Norton for the same role. However, there are some things I would've loved to see in the movie that I believe would've complemented this great flick very well. I felt that the presence of Jane Foster was of crucial essence since Loki threatened Thor that he would pay her a visit. Hulk's new face didn't dwell well with me as it looked more animated compared to the fierce looking one of the Hulk re-boot. I so wish there were also some enchanting melancholic scenes, which could have added nicely to the entertainment this movie offered.
And how can Bruce Banner concede so easily to joining a S.H.I.E.L.D. led operation, after the gamma radiation feud he had with General Thunderbolt Ross? And Phil Coulson's death (if he is dead) was also untimely, if not needless as he was a marvellous complement to the S.H.I.E.L.D. as an underground operator.
But despite my remarks, this is an awesome blockbuster. So if you're looking for a great, entertaining flick which is not in the realms of extra-ordinary, this one's for you. My rating is 8.8/10.
Seka Samuel Gaula South Africa