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Friday, July 17, 2015

Sheep Movie Review: Ant-Man


Ant-Man
Directed By: Peyton Reed
Rated: PG-13
Cast: Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Michael Pena, Evangeline Lilly, Corey Stoll
Plot:
The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe brings a founding member of The Avengers to the big screen for the first time with Marvel Studios' "Ant-Man." Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.


I remember when the first Ant-Man trailer came out, I watched it so excited to see all the amazing action coming, sadly I was disappointed. But my love for Marvel runs bone deep, so I didn't give up and call it a day. No, one bad trailer is not going to send me packing my Avengers backpack and heading to the dark side. And I am so glad. Ant-Man was worth the wait, worth the box office ticket price and worth sitting my ass in a public seat that's been filled by too many people. 

Marvel Comics has finally noticed us. I Smell Sheep must be doing big things and going all over the web. I say this BECAUSE you will see the sheep in this movie! That is no lie, at all. I may have cried out in joy when this scene happened, but trust me, we are represented in this one folks! Power to the Sheep! 

Michael Douglas may not seem like a comic book hero, but just wait. He's the kind of caliber you hope all in the cinema profession will end up like, the guy is movie gold. Please take notes from this man! Age is really just a number and he shows that you can still bring the badass no matter what year it is. Cover your faces, his fists are about to blow! 

I've been watching Paul Rudd since his days in the film Clueless, he's an actor I've grown up with and loved in just about every role he's take on. The man can deliver and has the comic timing to make you laugh out loud over and over. Paul truly becomes the Ant-Man and I certainly can not see anyone else in this role now. He's it! So don't you dare replace him. 

When it comes to secondary cast, sometimes you get a few wet noodles. It's not often that a lot of time is taken for the comic relief type of cast, but actor Michael Pena and rapper T.I. were hilarious! Mr. Pena is most often an under appreciated actor, and that's a damn shame because he is stellar! Give this man more parts in movies! His acting range has so many layers, you'd be silly not to invest more in this man. 

You may never again look at ants the same, and that's okay. I had some big flashbacks to "Honey I Shrunk the Kids" and that reminded me of the only other film I can think of which had some cool ants. My son now wants to learn about ants! That's amazing stuff. Fun CGI effects, great scripts across the board, Stan Lee cameo, Thomas the Tank going on a rampage and so much more I don't want to spoil. 

I would just like to add that my first job was at Baskin Robbins, which was so hilarious to see in this film. We are watching you! 

Overall, you totally get your money worth on this one. Great edition to the franchise, but make sure to stay past the credits! 

Getting 4 and 1/2 'I need a tank keychain" Sheep 





KD 

5 comments:

  1. It looks good, and I wouldn't be opposed to a Spider-Man/Ant-Man team up, now that Spidey in the MCU.

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  2. Hey Sharon as an action figure and Marvel fan, I was definitely on the fence with this. Mostly because I had a rough time wrapping my arms around the characters, even though I enjoy them in other types of movies. Glad to hear there was some comic relief and that Paul Rudd didn't disappoint. Definitely plan to check this one out, and love your review! hugs...Ro

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    1. Katie reviewed this. I have to wait till next weekend to see it. I never doubted the movie, Marvel has yet to disappoint:) I would to see some pics of your action figure collection!

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  3. I love Paul Rudd and I definitely need to see this film, great review!!

    Heather @ Random Redheaded Ramblings

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