Can We Stop It with ‘First Reaction’ Stories?

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Name the superhero movie:

It’s amusing, playful, brief yet delightful, packed with action… It has a good amount of connections within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but it doesn’t feel overwhelming.

The movie [‘XXX’] is incredibly quirky, and I had a blast watching it. [xxxx xxxx] seems perfectly suited for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She takes a complicated plot and transforms it into a Marvel fan’s ideal. At times, the dream can get out of sync, but ultimately, it delivers a satisfying conclusion.

This is absolutely riotous and full of thrilling moments! The team dynamics were superbly balanced, and they dropped some stunning revelations that could rewrite everything we know.

…”Rather than being cinematic, it’s far more episodic, yet this seems to be its most compelling aspect… Impressive post-credit scenes… Remarkable visual effects.”

“It leans more towards episodic storytelling instead of a typical cinematic experience, but I believe that’s what makes it stand out… The post-credits are noteworthy… The visual effects are impressive.

Not sure? What about this movie?

This film is among the top-notch in DC’s collection, serving as an entertaining connection tale between the traditional and modern DC Extended Universe series. Additionally, it boasts the funniest moments among all DC movies.

It’s a real love letter to DC!

[‘xxxx’] is hands down one of the best superhero films of all time. No joke.

… it’s a major standout for DC

While it may not be the greatest DC superhero film ever produced, let me clarify that point first. However, I must say it’s an impactful DC movie that offers a wealth of emotion and numerous unexpected twists.

Give up?

The first film is titled ‘The Marvels,’ which might be the most significant letdown among recent superhero movies. In contrast, the second movie is known as “The Flash,” a production that dealt a heavy blow to actor Ezra Miller’s career and contributed significantly to the downfall of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU).

The comments stem from “initial response” articles that occasionally surface when a movie appealing to tech enthusiasts is about to hit the theaters. These aren’t professional reviews, but rather, quick insights that manage to bypass the studio’s embargo restrictions.

And, hopefully, go viral before the film’s release. Hmmm.

They’re typically shining brightly, overly enthusiastic, and excessively flattering. If you seek honest opinions about the newest movies, they’re often untrustworthy.

Currently, some hero costumes failed to spark any favorable “initial response” tales. For instance, consider “Madame Web,” the 2024 flop that swiftly turned into a joke among many.

This was the best the film could muster:

Madame Web surpasses predictions! Some dialogue feels overly cheesy, there’s excessive product placement, and it could have benefited from some additional polishing. However, the actors bring enchantment to their roles, their camaraderie is entertaining, and the costumes are well-designed.

“Madame Web” earned a sad $43 million at the U.S. box office.

On schedule, we present “Initial Impressions” pieces in correlation with “The Fantastic Four: Initial Journey.” This revamp of a remake featuring Marvel’s original team is set to release on July 25th, and as expected, critics are dusting off their Thesaurus to shower the film with praise.

Galactus is simply amazing. The Silver Surfer has an impressive appearance. The visual effects were usually flawless…On both a cosmic scale and here on Earth, director Matt Shakman served up an eye-catching spectacle.

Incredible… The film offers breathtaking visuals, an emotionally engaging plot, sharp dialogue exchanges, and thrilling action sequences. Marvel’s First Family provides a captivating journey… Pedro Pascal brilliantly portrays Mr. Fantastic. Vanessa Kirby shines as Sue Storm – she is truly radiant.

Yawn. Sorry, but yawn.

It’s possible that these stories serve just one straightforward purpose. If a movie with superhero/geek themes doesn’t receive positive “First Reaction” reviews, it could be a poorly made film. A suggestion: Take a close look at the reviews. If they emphasize special effects or lesser aspects of the movie, it might indicate that they are trying to steer clear of mentioning any negative points.

The movie is a bore.

While everyone has a right to their own viewpoint, it’s misleading to treat individual responses equally with professional critic assessments, Rotten Tomatoes audience scores, or box office earnings. At best, such an approach can be seen as insincere.

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2025-07-21 17:03