Led
by producer Kevin Feige (who needs to be considered for the Thalberg Award),
directors Joe and Anthony Russo, and writers Christopher Markus and Stephen
McFeely, Avengers: Endgame, is an epic, emotional adventure and direct
followup to Avengers: Infinity War
that ties major storylines from 21
previous films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Following
the cataclysmic events triggered by Thanos (Josh Brolin) and six Infinity
Stones which decimate humanity, the surviving
Avengers including Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) and Captain America (Chris
Evans) are coping with grief and post-trauma as they try to find a way to
reverse the tragic events and bring back loved ones against unbelievable odds
and unplanned obstacles.
The
structure of the film places our heroes in situations that reshuffle past
narratives across the universe and the passage of time. To say anymore would
risk spoiling the experience of an intricately plotted and realized story.
(Think Lord of the Rings and Back to the Future films.) Just when you think you know where the plot
is going and who will survive, there are surprises and new threats. The film focuses on the importance of
family and sacrifice, a recurring theme, and amid bleak circumstances, there
are moments of humor and compassion.
Despite
a deliberately slower paced beginning and a couple of unresolved subplots and
characters, it’s an ambitious, three hour extravaganza with an incredible,
grand finale that brings closure (and tears of joy and sadness) for several
story arcs involving dozens of beloved characters that will reward and resonate
with fans who have seen some or all of
the earlier Marvel films. There are also amazing cameos (Stan Lee
appears) and callbacks galore and no post credit scenes for this ending
chapter in Marvel.
**** of
**** stars for Marvel fans
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