Marvel Movies: An Explanation of the Unique Appeal of Character and Story

1. Spider-Man: Homecoming 2017，IMDB Rating: 7.4, IMDB Votes: 728058, ID: 2250912
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Spider-Man: Homecoming is a delightful blend of high school drama and superhero action. Tom Hollander’s Peter Parker is both charming and relatable, capturing the essence of teenagers torn between academics and superhero duties.
2. Thor: Ragnarok 2017，IMDB Rating: 7.9, IMDB Votes: 825093, ID: 3501632
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Thor: Ragnarok reinvents the Thor franchise. It is about Thor, the God of Thunder, who is trapped on the planet Sakaar after losing his hammer, and stops his powerful sister Hela from destroying Asgard. Cate Blanchett plays Hela, a terrifying villain. The only downside to the film is that the humor sometimes overshadows the serious moments. Still, it’s a refreshing take on a comic book movie.
3. Black Panther 2018，IMDB Rating: 7.3, IMDB Votes: 845688, ID: 1825683
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Black Panther combines superhero action with a powerful cultural narrative. It tells the story of T’Challa, the new king of Wakanda, who faces internal and external threats after inheriting the throne. T’Challa, played by Chadwick Boseman, is an imposing and compelling hero. The film’s Afro-futuristic setting and the cast’s stellar performances make it a standout in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
4. Avengers: Infinity War 2018，IMDB Rating: 8.4, IMDB Votes: 1221626, ID: 4154756
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Avengers: Infinity War is the epic culmination of a decade of Marvel storytelling. The movie deftly balances its large cast to give each character a moment to shine. Thanos, played by Josh Brolin, is a compelling and terrifying villain whose quest for the Infinity Stones drives the plot. The emotional stakes of the movie are high and the ending is both shocking and impactful.
5. Ant-Man and the Wasp 2018，IMDB Rating: 7.0, IMDB Votes: 455061, ID: 5095030
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Ant-Man and the Wasp is about Scott Lang (Ant-Man) teaming up with Hope van Dyne (Wasp Woman) to find Hope’s mother. Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lilly have great chemistry and their performances bring humor and charm to the film. The visual effects of the movie, especially the body-shifting action scenes, are impressive.
6. Captain Marvel 2019，IMDB Rating: 6.8, IMDB Votes: 616741, ID: 4154664
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Captain Marvel is the first MCU movie to center on a female superhero. It tells the story of Carol Danvers as she grows into a powerful superhero after gradually recovering her memories and recognizing herself. Brie Larson is both strong and witty as Carol Danvers, but the narrative feels dated and lacks the emotional depth of other Marvel movies. Despite its flaws, Captain Marvel is a major step forward in the representation of women in superhero movies.
7. Avengers: Endgame 2019，IMDB Rating: 8.4, IMDB Votes: 1286027, ID: 4154796
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Avengers: Endgame is a monumental achievement for the MCU, capping off a storyline that has been in the works for over a decade. It tells the story of the final showdown in which the Avengers fight to turn the tide after the Exterminator wipes out half of the universe’s life. The movie is best characterized by its emotional depth and the satisfying arc of the original Avengers.
8. Spider-Man: Far from Home 2019，IMDB Rating: 7.4, IMDB Votes: 566306, ID: 6320628
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Spider-Man: Far from Home is excellent in its light-hearted humor and is a refreshing follow-up to Avengers: Endgame. It tells the story of Peter Parker, who embarks on a trip to Europe after Endgame, only to accidentally become involved in a new crisis. Tom Hollander’s portrayal of Peter Parker is endearing, and the film’s exploration of his struggle with responsibility is fascinating.
9. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings 2021，IMDB Rating: 7.4, IMDB Votes: 441992, ID: 9376612
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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings stands out for its stunning martial arts choreography and cultural expression. It tells the story of a young Shang Chi who is forced to face the secrets of his past and confront his father and the mysterious Ten Rings organization. Simin Liu shines as the main character, and the film’s exploration of family and identity comes from the heart.
10. Eternals 2021，IMDB Rating: 6.3, IMDB Votes: 391238, ID: 9032400
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Eternals is a visually stunning movie that pushes the MCU forward with its ambitious narrative and diverse cast. It tells the story of the Eternals, a group of super-powered aliens who have fought for thousands of years against the Evil Dead to protect Earth. It offers a fresh and compelling take on the superhero genre.
11. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness 2022，IMDB Rating: 6.9, IMDB Votes: 486707, ID: 9419884
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness takes an in-depth look at the dark side of the MCU. It tells the story of Dr. Strange as he explores the multiverse and faces threats and dark forces from different universes. The best thing about this movie is Sam Raimi’s unique directorial approach and mind-boggling exploration of the multiverse.
12. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever 2022，IMDB Rating: 6.7, IMDB Votes: 311696, ID: 9114286
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever tells the story of Wakanda as it faces new threats and challenges after the loss of King T’Challa. The film’s greatest strengths are its heartfelt performances and its exploration of grief and legacy. The bad parts are the overlong plot and the pressure to set up future Marvel stories.
13. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.0, IMDB Votes: 234081, ID: 10954600
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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is about Scott Lang (Ant-Man) and Hope van Dyne (Wasp Woman) and their family’s adventures in the quantum realm. Paul Rudd’s charisma and Jonathan Majors’ stellar performance as Kang the Conqueror elevate the movie, but it ultimately fails to be a must-see Marvel movie.
14. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 2023，IMDB Rating: 7.9, IMDB Votes: 391779, ID: 6791350
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is an emotionally heartfelt conclusion to the beloved trilogy. It follows the final adventure of the Guardians of the Galaxy members as they set out to save Rocket. James Gunn deftly balances humor, action, and poignant moments to make it a standout in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.