Review: Spider-Man: Brand New Day reminds us that superhero movies can be good
A review of the latest Spider-Man film, 'Brand New Day,' praises its focus on grounded character development and emotional depth. The critic highlights the film as a standout in the current superhero genre, contrasting it with less successful recent entries.
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It reflects the ongoing critical discourse regarding 'superhero fatigue' and the evolving standards for blockbuster filmmaking.
a fresh start Review: Spider-Man: Brand New Day reminds us that superhero movies can be good It’s as much about grounded characters and well-timed emotional beats as CGI-filled action extravaganzas.
14 Credit: Sony Pictures Credit: Sony Pictures Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav Over the past few years, it has become a rather rare treat when I end up genuinely, unequivocally enjoying the latest superhero film. Mostly I find them to be middling entertainment, sometimes a bit dull—and for The Eternals , nearly unwatchable—with the notable exception of 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine and last year’s Thunderbolts* .
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