There have been so many superhero films recently it is hard
to keep up. Whether this glut will impact box office profits remains to
be seen. In the meantime, yet another is wheeled out for adoring
fans. Thankfully ‘Deadpool’ is more fun than most. First appearing
in a spin-off from the Marvel X-Men comic book series, Deadpool has gained a
huge following. Quirkier than other heroes, his flair for action and quips
ensure his adventures are never less than scintillating.
Desperate to cure his cancer, former special-forces
operative Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) takes part in an experiment.
Leaving him with heightened powers and a twisted, unstable mind, he soon
renames himself Deadpool. Using his skills and new abilities, he aims to
avenge the wrongs against him. One of his targets is evil scientist
Francis (Ed Skrein), whose wickedness is no match for Deadpool’s witticisms and
heroic acrobatics.
Debutant director Tim Miller gives ‘Deadpool’ much of its
kinetic energy. Energetic it certainly is as it never lets up from its first
dazzling frame. Unlike his more earnest brethren, Deadpool is a hero
living on the edge and determined to enjoy his heroics. While his actions are
very violent and sometimes shocking, his intentions are clear with the villains
easily hiss-able. The rhythm and stylised direction make ‘Deadpool’ an
unpredictably enjoyable ride perfectly capturing its comic-book origins.
Reynolds is undoubtedly the star of the show grabbing the
role with gusto. Long a contender to play the character, he makes
Deadpool an easy hero to like with his everyday persona equally
sympathetic. Much ado may be made about the violence and language but it
is refreshing watching a film unafraid in going full throttle. Deadpool
exists in a nasty world with evil baddies but the package is done
entertainingly well with the CGI and action first-rate.
If you only see a few superhero films a year then ‘Deadpool’
is worth the dollars. Delivering on its promise of tons of thrills and
quirky spills, it zips along at a furious pace. Not playing it safe can
work sometimes as ‘Deadpool’ proves and hopefully more will follow his
consistently diverting, oddball style.
Movie Review Rating out of 10: 8
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