A variation on Marvel
Comics’ traditional Spider-Man mythology, Spider-Man:
Into the Spiderverse is an imaginative, thoroughly fun adventure that steers
the Spider universe in an exciting direction.
A
high schooler, Miles, stumbles upon a deadly crime boss who creates a rip in
the multiverse exposing the world to other Spider heroes. With an origin story similar to the original
Spider-Man, the film exploits Miles’ awkwardness with his new powers and
sensory abilities with humorous results. Mentored
by unexpected allies, must summon the courage and use his unique abilities to fix
the multiverse and save his friends.
The
premise that Spider-Man is one of multiple versions of Spider-Heroes in the
universe is a fascinating concept (that DC Comics has explored). This is about
the maturation of Miles who has a good heart and what it means to be a hero and
taking a leap of faith in believing in himself.
Ambitious
in concept and execution, the film breathes comic book panels to life. This alternate universe is a perfectly
realized world with dark overtones; the animation is stunning with its vivid
characters and detailed backgrounds. The villains are formidable and given
backgrounds which humanize their characters.
Even with its remarkable thrills,
the story never forgets to emphasize the importance of family and comaraderie
while offering its message of hope and self sacrifice.
A reinvention of Spider-Man
without violating the original canon, this film demonstrates the great
potential for animation with its creative ideas, and it expands the Spiderverse
to unlimited possibilities.
There are Easter eggs galore which
should delight Marvel fans, a cool Stan Lee cameo, and an amusing post credits
scene for Spidey purists. (An Oscar for
Best Animated Feature beckons.)
****
of **** stars (for Spider-Man purists)
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