Dr. Strange & The Multiverse of Madness review

 

I’ll admit, my expectations for this movie weren’t that high. I feel like the trailer & tv spots gave away WAY too much. Also, ever since End Game the MCU shows & movies have been hit or miss. But with that said I tried to go into Dr. Strange: The Multiverse of Madness with an open mind.

For the first time since 2007’s Spider-Man 3, Sam Rami is directing a superhero movie that’s really a horror movie. His handprints are over this movie. If you’ve seen The Evil Dead you’ll know what I’m talking about.

It’s been 6 years since Dr. Strange has had his own solo film, but at times it feels likes he cameoing in his own film with the introduction of America Chavez, and Scarlett Witch’s continued storyline from Wandavision. 

The movie is an acid trip like the first film. The visuals are out of this world, and I highly recommend watching in 3D if you can. But despite all of that, it doesn’t feel like your Avengers level blockbuster in terms of epicness. It’s a rather ho-hum Marvel movie. It plays it very safe. As I mentioned earlier, most of the surprises were spoiled via promo or the internet. 

It also feels like these movies aren’t  made for the fans that have been around since Phase 1 anymore. It’s quite obvious what direction Kevin Feige and his team are heading with these movies. These movies are extra woke now with it’s inclusion of Alphabet people and girl power. I’m no bigot, but I don’t go to these movies for political statements. It’s cool though.

In conclusion, I give Dr. Strange: The Multiverse of Madness 6.5 out of 10 or 2.5 stars out of 5. It’s entertaining. Not spectacular, but I’d catch it again if I had to.