Marvel continues to artfully balance its universe stuffed of superheroes with strong visuals, great performances and breathtaking action sequences.Directed Scott Derrickson (Sinister) continues the MCU’s reign of hero power that started back in 2008 with the first Iron Man. Derrickson brings a list of A-class actors (Benedict Cumberbatch, Tilda Swinton, Rachel McAdams, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Mads Mikkelsen, Michael Stuhlbarg and Benedict Wong) to the table supported with smart writing and wondrous special effects. In the bargain, we get yet another origins story but that’s okay because it helps the audience emotional establish and connect with their protagonist. This is something the DC Extended Universe (Man of Steel, Batman V. Superman and Suicide Squad) has been failing at since the dreary days of 2013. Our story begins with a disgraced former surgeon named Stephen Strange (The never better Cumberbatch), who becomes a powerful sorcerer under the guardianship of a mystic force known as the Ancient One (a fantastic Swinton). Also addressing the controversy around whitewashing the Ancient One, Derrickson felt that the Ancient One was more of a title rather than a person. Additionally, this was also intended to avoid the risk of portraying any negative racial stereotypes, as the appearance of the Ancient One in the comics is based around the Tibetan Monks. So with Derrickson changing the character to avoid controversy he still received some controversy. Nevertheless, Swinton gives us a smashing performance as the powerful sorcerer from beginning until end. Actors McAdams, Mikkelsen, and Ejiofor also help support the leads with their wit and brawn throughout the film. Doctor Strange delivers proud MCU entertainment throughout and gives the audience a sneak peak of more to follow. It has been confirmed that Strange will be in Thor: Ragnarok coming out this fall. This will be even more of a treat to see Chris Hemsworth and Cumberbatch’s chemistry working together on screen. Doctor Strange is grand popcorn entertainment infused with eye-popping effects and geek boy thrills. In a year filled with multiple superhero films, Doctor Strange comes out on top. Doctor Strange is rated PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned). For sci-fi violence and action throughout, and an intense crash sequence.
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