Tuesday, March 19, 2024

“Spider-Man: Far From Home” – Keeping Avengers Fans Happy

Spider-Man: Far From Home opened in Coronado Village Theatre on Tuesday, July 2nd, to kick off the 4th of July week with a bang. For Avengers fans, the movie opens with a fitting tribute to Ironman, Black Widow, Vision and Captain America, the Avengers who died in the last movie, Avengers: End Game. End Game marked the end of an era in which Marvel concluded the third phase of their Avengers storyline causing Avengers fans to wonder what is coming next. Spider-Man: Far From Home answers that question and provides glimpses into how the Marvel storylines will continue to develop. “I thought they executed the movie very well, with its plot twists and action-packed scenes, it is one of my favorite Marvel movies so far,” said my 12 year-old son who joined me for the movie. The friendly neighborhood Spider-Man may appeal even more to younger audiences as they can connect and identify with the 16 year-old lead character more-so than some of the other more violent and mature Marvel movies.

 

At the beginning of the movie viewers are reminded that Tony Stark (Ironman) passed on his roles and responsibilities as an Avenger to the young 16 year-old Spider-Man when he died in End Game. Spider-Man, played by Tom Holland, is left with the weight of saving the world whenever needed on his shoulders and struggles with the void left behind after Stark, his mentor, died. Holland is a fantastic actor who endears the audience to him with his humor, and with his awkward teenage tendencies and desire to just be a kid with a normal life, rather than a super-hero. Holland is a fan favorite and was described by my kids as the “best actor to ever play the role of Spider-Man.”

Nick Fury made a comeback in this film after a smaller than normal role in Avengers: End-Game, bringing his quick wit and humor with him. Spider-Man: Far From Home also introduced a new character, Mysterio, played by Jake Gyllenhaal, who added interesting layers to the storyline by adding both an inter-dimensional twist and a new take on virtual reality.

Visually stunning, funny and action-packed, Spider-Man: Far From Home offers Avengers fans a great reason to beat the summer heat by heading inside to watch the movie.

Movie times: click here

Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Director:  John Watts

Actors: Tom Holland, Samuel L. Jackson, Zendaya,

Rating: Rated PG-13 for sci-fi action violence and some language.

 



Jeannie Groeneveld
Jeannie Groeneveld
Jeannie is a retired Naval Aviator and Public Affairs Officer whose post-Navy career includes freelance writing, PR Consulting and a two year stint as the San Diego Padres Military Affairs Advisor. Having been stationed in various parts of the country including Washington D.C., Florida and Hawaii, Jeannie appreciates how amazing the Coronado community is and loves the experience her children have had growing up here. Jeannie earned her BS in Marine Biology from Auburn University, her MS in Global Leadership from the University of San Diego and her MA in Communication and Media Relations at San Diego State University. A life-long learner and avid traveler Jeannie enjoys writing travel pieces, Navy stories and anything else that will broaden her perspective. When she is not working you will find her watching her boys play sports, walking Odin at dog beach, hiking, playing beach volleyball or spending time with the family.Have news to share? Send tips, story ideas or letters to the editor to: [email protected]

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