2019 is proving to be an emotional year for the fans and followers of some of the most iconic movie series and television shows around the world. Game of Thrones is just 3 weeks away from airing its final episode. The Skywalker saga is coming to an end with the episode IX of Star Wars. And here we are with the highly anticipated Avengers Endgame which is the final movie of the much celebrated chapter of Marvel Universe, the Infinity saga.
The phase 3 of Marvel Cinematic Universe began with Captain America: Civil War back in 2016. The movie directed by Russo brothers was a huge success and a major stepping stone towards the Infinity War buildup. As we hear Russo brothers do not plan to make more Marvel movies at the moment, it is only a fitting tribute that the epilogue to the greatest phase of movie making is directed by them.
Marvel has redefined the way cinema needs to be experienced. They have manged to take the overall cinematic experience to a whole new level with their ideas, passion and the use of technology. The overall idea of the Avengers Initiative is a proof of what can be achieved with a proper vision and planning. Avengers Endgame is an ode to that vision, which spanned across 22 movies and 11 years.
Coming to the review, it goes without saying, Avengers Endgame is not a standalone movie. Every single one of the MCU movies eventually tie up to the larger picture of things. Endgame is a final culmination of 11 years of story telling and the last building block of MCU’s Infinity saga. Any review or feedback needs an understanding of the overall theme spread over 22 movies and if those recaps are foggy in memory, it might be difficult to fully relate to the depth of this movie. Having said that, Endgame is a absolute treat and delight for the fans. The movie delivers more than anyone could have expected on each and every front, whether it is the story telling, acting, background score, screenplay or editing. It would be unfair to even look at the CGI aspect of this swansong, but it can not go without a mention. The CGI is top notch, and the final battle is by far the best sequence ever seen on the big screen( Infinity war comes a close second). The level of energy the final battle generates is evident from the IMAX crowd shouting at the top of the lungs and cheering each and every moment like it was real. If any movie deserves an IMAX re-watch, it has to be the Endgame. Few words for the soundtrack, it’s amazing, no hold barred. If this was the one last time, then Alan Silvestri the composer has made sure it will not be forgotten soon. Without giving away too much on the character details, Endgame is a tribute to the original six Avengers and each and every one of them has delivered a memorable performance in the movie. The most interesting character of this whole saga has been Thanos, the Mad Titan who is arguably one of the best villains in Marvel Universe and is the most intriguing, thought provoking, compelling anti-hero with a real motive. He is a character we love to hate and will be long remembered as the most powerful antagonist in cinematic history.
The style of movie making Marvel has followed has always included a dose of humor in even the most difficult situations. Endgame is no exception on that front. The movie is absorbing, monumental and heart-rending and is a tearjerker which would manage to bring uninhibited emotional outrage among true fans. But the humor quotient is never sacrificed at any point. Fans have immersed into Marvel’s Universe from over a decade rooting for Steve Rogers – the super soldier from Brooklyn and de facto leader of the Avengers, Tony Stark – the genius, billionaire, playboy philanthropist and Iron-Man, Bruce Banner – the Scientist and Hulk or Thor – the God of Thunder. Endgame is the ultimate venture to all of that. While Endgame is an insanely emotional moment for the Avenger fans, it marks end of an era, the end of an epic journey of what is refereed as as the Infinity Saga in MCU. From infinity stones to infinity war to Thanos and beyond the possibilities have been endless. The celebration of 11 marvelous years in the history of cinema does sets up new possibilities in future as we bid adieu to some of our favorite characters and are ready to endorse the next gen superheroes.
Nothing lasts forever and a part of journey is the end. That’s the unpleasant truth no one wants to be reminded of. But the road ahead does not look so bad. There is no question that Marvel visionaries won’t let the fans down with what they plan to bring in next with the next generation superheroes. We know it took a decade of fandom to go full circle from Iron-man to the Endgame and this is not where it ends.
Overall, Endgame is an emotional extravaganza. It’s a fitting farewell to some of the most beloved and followed cinematic figures in the history of cinema. Let’s rejoice in the glory of our heroes one more time.
My Rating: 10/10
If any movie deserves it, it has to be this. A perfect 10 may sound too high to few, but for me, nothing has gone beyond this and while there may be movies in future which may be better in every other aspect, but at this very moment, this is perfection.
P.S. – Movie does not have a post credit scene. But do wait for the credits to roll, it’s absolute nostalgia.
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