Deadpool and Wolverine Review - No Spoilers

General Overview

• Third Deadpool movie and Deadpool's entrance into the MCU.
• The film delivers on the promises made in the trailer, with fun, cameos, and references.

Main Characters

• Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool
  • Merc with the mouth, known for his crude humor and self-awareness.
• Hugh Jackman as Wolverine
  • Angry, bitter character with a painful past, featuring claws and a healing factor.
• Chemistry between Reynolds and Jackman is highlighted as a strong point in the film.

Themes and Tone

• Deadpool's self-awareness plays a significant role in the narrative.
• The film balances humor with moments of heart, honoring Wolverine's character.
• The humor is crude, with a lot of blood and gore, but also includes unexpected emotional depth.

Cameos and References

• The film contains numerous cameos, some of which feel like "cameo porn".
• Cameos serve additional purposes due to Deadpool's character, who can riff on them.
• Warning against watching the final trailer due to potential spoilers.

Action and Visuals

• Action sequences are bloody and satisfying; one fight inside a car is particularly praised.
• The film maintains a Deadpool tone while being bigger than previous installments.

MCU Integration

• This film is distinctly "Deadpool in the MCU"; it feels self-contained.
• The stakes are higher, but some feel that previous films had more impactful stakes.
• Humor includes self-deprecating jabs at the MCU itself.

Humor and Execution

• Contains juvenile jokes and humor that may feel overplayed to some viewers.
• Soundtrack is engaging and adds to the overall experience.

Final Thoughts

• The movie is entertaining and built around the chemistry between Reynolds and Jackman.
• It is unclear if the MCU is back on track overall, but this film delivers an enjoyable experience.
• Encourages viewers to comment without spoilers.