"Eternal Guardian": the only superhero blockbuster this summer

Lenna 2021-12-01 08:01:30

It's a pity that this film was produced by Netflix, and it should be able to sell well in theaters. As an R-rated comic change superhero movie, the action scenes and settings are pretty good, and the role needs to be further explored and has the potential to develop a sequel. The most surprising thing is actually a gay couple in the film. Between the various bloody and violent scenes, the swearing of each other makes people believe in love again!

Charlize Theron is as cool as ever, with agile and healthy body. If you wonder why she didn't play Marvel DC blockbuster with such good conditions? First of all, there are still too few superhero roles for middle-aged women; secondly, looking at this sister's movie list, she seems to prefer R-rated action movies. She is too cool for PG-13 movies.

The setting of the story is actually a bit similar to the X-Men, and even they have a shelter like a castle. The immortal guards in the film are immortal, but the reason has not been explained, only that they have been alive for many centuries. In addition to being immortal, they have no other superpowers, so they still have to face the pain of injury. This is why the fighting scenes in this film are not as exaggerated as most superhero movies, but more similar to ordinary action movies. They actually only reach the skills of ordinary agents, and occasionally they will be shot or injured, but there is no need to worry about death. .

What I like more about this film is that it fully explains the "painful side" of having an immortal body. In addition to the possibility of being imprisoned, life is not as good as death, but also facing all kinds of life and death, seeing others leave, only oneself, and constantly fighting for justice, there is no end. We hardly see any advantage of being undead, except that they may occasionally change history, they are not as happy as ordinary people. The film will finally let the audience come to a conclusion: "If you don't have the power of Wonder Woman, it's better not to live as long as her."

However, a same-sex couple among the protagonists seems to be happy. From the moment of appearance to the later, the pair have been so in love with each other no matter how hard they have gone through, and they often have some romantic dramas that make the audience sore. You might think that if a couple has lived for hundreds of years, they should have been tired of each other, not really, and because they have known each other a long time ago, they have classical romantic feelings, and they write poetry at every turn. The relationship between these two people has only a few plots to show, but it leaves a deep impression on people, and it also brings warmth and romantic elements to the film.

For example, the following confession really stunned me. In addition to it sounds very touching, it is mainly because I didn't expect it to appear in such an action movie. After all, it took a lot of time before the film to create a colder world, and then abruptly, I heard something like this:

"This man is more than you can dream. He is the moon when I'm lost in the darkness and warmth when I shiver in the cold. His heart overflows with the kindness of which this world is not worthy of. I love this man beyond measure and reason. He is not just my boyfriend. He is all and he is more. "

Much better than "Call me by your name" I think I can make a marriage vow. But now, in Hollywood movies, such romantic lines are only given between gay characters.

The role of the film is also very diversified, with African Americans, Asians, and homosexuals, and the protagonist is also a female. Perhaps these undead have lived for centuries, but only in Hollywood today can their stories have such a diverse display.

The action scenes are quite realistic, and there is no shortage of surprise designs. If there is any dissatisfaction, it may be that the film lacks some sense of humor. But after reading it, people will be more interested in them, and I look forward to digging up more stories about them.

Look and cherish, it may be the only superhero blockbuster this summer

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  • Ulices 2022-03-26 09:01:05

    Music taste determines director ceiling

  • Gerson 2021-12-01 08:01:30

    Personally, I really like this kind of science fiction + suspense + action + comedy movies. Anyway, it is my favorite type. The rhythm is okay, the styling and acting skills of the male and female protagonists are great. Of course, the story is well polished and the completeness is very high. Although there will always be many logical problems that are very flawed, it does not affect the whole. At the end, I also add the photos on the information wall. I believe that many people want to know what is posted on the wall after watching the movie, and then search for relevant information on the Internet to connect the movie with historical reality, although it takes time. Not a lot, but this is really friendly and attentive to fans who love it. I also feel bad in some places. For example, the scene is not vigorous enough, the action design can be more violent and refreshing, the story rhythm needs to be a little lighter, the soundtrack can be selected more powerful and more explosive, the villain BOSS is not enough... how to say? Insufficient personality, I always feel that Xiaojiazi is a little angry, still a tender carrot head. Only think of these for the time being. The most important point is: the director announced the sequel at the end, and I look forward to it!

The Old Guard quotes

  • Nile: So why is this happening to me?

    Andy: I wish I knew.

    Nile: You said you had answers.

    Andy: I didn't say you'd like them.

  • Nile: Andy did all this herself?

    Booker: Yeah. That woman has forgotten more ways to kill than entire armies will ever learn.