When DC Comics' film Justice League came out a few years ago having been started by Zack Snyder who bowed out for personal reasons and completed by Joss Whedon, the final result was a mildly entertaining film but a bit disjointed. The public clamor for Snyder's cut has resulted in an unprecedented concession by Warner Brothers with a remarkable, restored version adding a $70 million dollar budget, cut scenes and reshoots which premiered on HBO Max as a 4 hour (6 chapters and epilogue) special edition rated a soft R.
Well, is it any good? Yes, this fascinating, grand presentation is a stronger film thanks to comparisons with its predecessor. Some scenes are new while others are vastly different than before whereas other scenes are only slightly altered. A number of main characters like Aquaman, The Flash, Superman, and especially Cyborg have longer moments and a better context. The scenes with the villain are better executed with more implications. The film has no credit scenes and ends with major loose threads, cameos, and an ominous nightmare. Whether these plot points will be carried forward remains to be seen. While general filmgoers will find this a long experience, those hard-core comic fans will have much to savor. It even comes close to rivaling the Marvel brand.
*** of **** stars (add * for comic fans)
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