Spider-Man Homecoming Review: Spins a Dynamic and Refreshing Web!

Many superheroes have transcended the pages of comics into the realm of pop culture-particularly film. Among these heroes is none other than Wall Crawler himself: Spider-Man. Often labeled as Marvel Comics poster child' Spider-Man has become an icon in pop culture as the character has had the likes of television series and video games to his name. The likes of movies has not escaped the iconic hero as Spider-Man has swung onto the silver screen on five different occasions. Now the Web Slinger returns yet again to big screen in Spider-Man: Homecoming. Directed by Jon Watts Spider-Man Homecoming starts a new adventure for the icon as the latest blockbuster marks Spidey's first solo film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The new prospect from both Marvel and Sony looked promising for the franchise, however certain elements (like the marketing's excessive use of the MCU) left this Film Adventurer a little worried about Spider-Man's latest outing. So is Spider-Man: Homecoming a defining entry in the franchise or does this summer blockbuster get stuck in its own web?

Homecoming tells the story of Peter Parker (Tom Holland) who continues his role as Spider-Man (after the events of Captain America: Civil War) and tries to maintain balance in his school life. Though Peter is active in his role as the "Friendly Neighborhood" Spider-Man the young hero feels that he can do more to protect the city. Peter gets a chance to prove himself when he stumbles on a criminal operation run by Adrian Toomes/The Vulture (Michael Keaton) to sell high tech weaponry to the criminal underworld. Peter's determination to stop the Vulture gets the better as him as he quickly realizes that with great power comes great responsibility.

Captain America Civil War Review: Marvel's Latest Blockbuster is Overpowered and Dynamic

It would not be the start of the summer season if a superhero blockbuster was not starting things off. This trend as seen many heroes take center stage for this season's opening month, but none may be as prominent as films of Marvel Studios which has started May with massive blockbusters such as The Avengers. This year things are a little different as the stakes for the Marvel Cinematic Universe are raised for the start of the Studio's Phase 3. Continuing this year's motif of heroes fighting heroes is the long anticipated third installment to the Captain America film series-Captain America: Civil War. Once again directed by the Russo Bros, Civil War is loosely based on the popular comic story in 2005 which pitted Captain America against fellow Avenger: Iron Man. The new movie follows the footsteps of its source by placing the two iconic heroes on different sides; and with appearances from heroes both old and new to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this was a summer blockbuster that was hard not to be excited for. So is Civil War the next hit for Marvel Studios or is this installment too overpowered with it heroics?

The story of Captain America: Civil War follows the First Avenger: Steve Rogers (Chris Evans); who now leads a new team of heroes.  After a mission goes wrong, the governments of the world seek to control the Avengers by turning into an asset. It does not help matters that Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) and a handful of Avengers are eager to sign with the government which creates a wedge between Capt and his teammates. To make matters worse  Steve's best friend, Bucky (Sebastian Stan), becomes the prime suspect of a bombing which makes him a target for the government, Stark and a vengeful Black Panther (Chadwick Boseman). This leads to Capt and teammate Sam Wilson (Anthony  Mackie) to help Bucky escape his pursuers which solidifies the rift between Rogers and Stark that leads to an all out battle between heroes.

Michael Keaton rumored for Villain Role in Spider-Man: Homecoming. Who Should He Play?

With Captain America: Civil War just week's away, it is no surprise that we hearing more and more about the debut of Spider-Man. The friendly neighborhood hero will be making his first appearance in the MCU in the upcoming summer blockbuster, but it will not be long for Spider-Man to make his return to the silver screen. Next summer the wall crawler will be getting his own solo adventure in the newly christened Spider-Man: Homecoming. While I do find the film's title questionable, it does not sway my excitement for the film. It is more than likely that more news on Spider-Man: Homecoming will be revealed this summer, but that is not to say that reports for the movie are not hitting the web already. The film's cast continues to revealed as along with Tom Holland and Marisa Tomei, the upcoming movie has added singer/actress Zendaya as well as Grand Budapest Hotel star: Tony Revolori, have been added to the ever growing ensemble. However the news that caught my attention was last week's rumor that stated that a famous superhero actor might be taking up the role of film's villain.

While nothing has been confirmed, rumors suggest that Michael Keaton could be taking up the role as the antagonist to this new Spider-Man film. Several reports suggest that film's villain could be Adrian Toomes, aka the Vulture, which would suggest that Keaton is up for that particular role; but again nothing has been confirmed. Before going any further let us get the elephant in the room. As many moviegoers know, Michael Keaton is famous for his role as the Dark Knight in 1989's Batman. So seeing this former cape crusader in another famous superhero property could come off as a little strange. Yet other actors like Chris Evans, and Spider-Man's own JK Simmons, are known for staring in other superhero movies and that has not stop them from working on other blockbusters in this genre. So if Michael Keaton is confirmed for the villain role in Spider-Man: Homecoming then the casting will only help to establish the film's cast. However if this casting is true, then who should Keaton play?

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Spider-Man and his Amazing Friend?

If you are like me then you probably want to know more about Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Last year it was revealed that Spider-Man would be heading to the MCU and his first appearance would be in the 2016 summer flick- Captain America: Civil War. So far information on the character's debut has been limited; but then again this is no shock. Marvel is likely keeping everything on Spider-Man close to the hip and all content for the character will not be released until May 6th. This move makes sense but it doesn't help to ease the excitement to see this new interpretation on the Wall Crawler. However there is some new information for Spidey's direction for Captain America: Civil War. It turns out that Spider-Man will be making a friend in the upcoming film; but who will it be. I have an idea of who would suit that role, and you can find which hero that is in my new article on Moviepilot.com. Just click here to view the article or press the image above.

4 Suits for Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Spider-Man is coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This point is pretty clear by now but one cannot help but be excited to see the web head with the likes of Captain America and Iron Man. Played by newcomer Tom Holland. Spider-Man will be making his MCU debut in next summer's massive blockbuster-Captain America: Civil War. After that Spider-Man will get a solo film that will hit theaters in the summer of 2017 with Jon Watts helming the superhero blockbuster. So it is safe to say that there is plenty to excited about when it comes to Marvel's Spider-Man. Though there is much to look forward to, there is still much on the Spidey's involvement in the MCU that we do not know about as details remain a mystery. One of these mysteries is a most prominent details in Spider-Man: his outfit. Everyone knows the iconic blue and red spandex and it is likely that Spider-Man will be donning this classic attire in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However one of the most intriguing things about the MCU is how the heroes show off an array of outfits. Spider-Man has had a variety of costumes changes in the comics so it is more then likely that the character will feature other outfits in his coming films. So out of all the costumes that Spider-Man has had over the years, here are just some of the outfits that I would like to see interpreted in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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Holland and Watts-New Faces For Marvel's Spider-Man Could Be Amazing!

The time has finally come. After a long wait,and likely a lengthy debate, Marvel and Sony have announced who will be playing Spider-Man; as well as who will be directing the upcoming film. Announced by the studios it has been confirmed that British actor Tom Holland will donning the role of Peter Parker and director of Cop Car,Jon Watts, will helm Marvel's Spider-Man. Producer Amy Pascal  made this statement about matter and why they as well as Sony have every confidence in their decisions.

“Sony, Marvel, Kevin and I all knew that for Peter Parker, we had to find a vibrant, talented young actor capable of embodying one of the most well-known characters in the world. With Tom, we’ve found the perfect actor to bring Spider-Man’s story into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.”

This announcement was a bit surprising. Well maybe not too surprising.  After Asa Butterfield was passed, it looks as though Tom Holland was the likely candidate to play the wall crawler. Even though the announcement did not take me by surprised, it was comforting to see Marvel and Sony reach a decision; but what can we learn from this move? With Spider-Man officially cast in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and a set director for Spidey's solo film, it does brings some thing to light. There is still plenty of time before the Marvel's Spider-Man swings into theaters, but this is what I gathered from the announcement and why it could be beneficial in many ways.

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Matthew McConaughey as The Green Goblin?

Rumors can be a funny thing sometimes. While it is usually speculation, you cannot help but wonder if there some truth in rumors; particularly when they deal with the Marvel Cinematic Universe . A new rumor on Marvel Studios' Spider-Man caught my attention last night. There are many factors to this reboot that need to be answered; such as who will be playing Spider-Man and will be the film's director? However, the latest rumors has nothing to do with either question as this report has to do with Spider-Man's arch nemesis: The Green Goblin.

Since Spider-Man's debut on the silver screen, the Green Goblin has emerged in some form or way; whether it was Willem Dafoe's interpretation in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man, or Dane Dehaan's take on the Goblin in The Amazing Spider-Man 2. So it only make sense for the Green Goblin to join Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However according to this new rumor, not only will Norman Osborne be in the upcoming film but the man speculated to play the villain is Matthew McConaughey.

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