Deadpool 2 hits theaters in a few hours, in anticipation let’s take a walk down memory lane and see the report card from the original.
ACTING – 5/5 – Ryan Reynolds… Green Lantern no more!
WRITING – 6/5 – For a low budget spinoff, this script shows no fear. The film takes shots at their own producers, other Marvel films, and misuse of the Deadpool character (X-Men Origins : Wolverine).
STORY – 3/5 – There are a few dull moments where the flow of the film is broken up. A minor speed bump in the fun.
GENRE STABILITY – 4/5 – Whether you’re a die hard comic book fan or have never seen a movie in the MCU, you can follow along just fine.
DIRECTING – 3/5 – Again, this goes back to the pace of the film, nonlinear storytelling for a goofy comedy. Due to a low budget the visual effects also suffered.
RE-WATCH FREQUENCY – 5/5 – Can be seen multiple times in the theaters with endless showings at home. A must buy DVD or BluRay purchase.
ROASTED RIPPER TOTAL – 4.3/5
ROTTEN TOMATOES – 83% Critics VS 90% Users
IMDB – 8.0/10
FINAL THOUGHTS – Deadpool will go down as a genre redefining film. It not only broke superhero movie rules but also managed to poke fun at them, all while maintaining an original feel. A film where the Audience feels like they were part of the cast. It won’t be remembered as an award winner or the best hero movie of all time but it’s still a classic in my book!
Check back for the “Roasted Ripper Report Card” for Deadpool 2
