Which brings us to the reboot of the Spider-Man on the silver screen, The Amazing Spider-Man, despite the movie franchise being only a mere ten years of age. Unnecessary perhaps, but was it any good? Definitely.
With strong performances from the cast, director Mark Webb brings more depth to the characters, which are more believable and relatable this time around. Andrew Garfield’s Peter Parker blows Toby Maguire’s out of the water.
His portrayal of an angst-ridden and often humorous young superhero is more faithful to the Marvel comics, and he certainly has excellent chemistry with lovely co-star Emma Stone, who plays Spidey’s original love interest Gwen Stacy.
This time it’s more about the man, rather than the spider. In fact, it takes almost a full hour before Peter dons the iconic red and blue suit.
His portrayal of an angst-ridden and often humorous young superhero is more faithful to the Marvel comics, and he certainly has excellent chemistry with lovely co-star Emma Stone, who plays Spidey’s original love interest Gwen Stacy.
This time it’s more about the man, rather than the spider. In fact, it takes almost a full hour before Peter dons the iconic red and blue suit.
The special effects have also been given a good three-dimensional boost and I must say it was truly enjoyable catching this on IMAX 3D. The action sequences are relentless and it is undoubtedly satisfying finally seeing The Lizard on the big screen. The only complaint perhaps is that he has little resemblance to his comic self.
However all’s forgiven, thanks to Rhys Ifans’ likeable performance of his alter ego, Curt Connors.
However all’s forgiven, thanks to Rhys Ifans’ likeable performance of his alter ego, Curt Connors.
So folks, the Spider-Man franchise is alive and well. I guess reboots do surprise us sometimes.
4 out of 5 Stars
