Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Once again, I've ventured forth to check out the latest Marvel Studios movie offering. "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" a 2 hour 12 minute origin film. Knowing basically nothing about the subject (beyond the brief references in "Ironman" and "Ironman III") I went in with no expectations beyond the hope of seeing an entertaining film.
A low bar to be sure, but one that was not only met but exceeded exponentially.
"Shang-Chi" is an entertaining, visually stunning (eye candy galore), thrilling cinematic ride from start to finish wrapped in an amazing soundtrack. Wonderfully directed, with an amazing cast (sadly, most of whom I'm unfamiliar with) solid plot filled with heart, humor and angst.
Marvel has delivered amazing action sequences in the past and takes it to the next level with "Shang-Chi". Mind blowing, fast paced hand-to-hand combat has you ducking and dodging in your seat and leaves you breathless.
In a few places the pacing is a bit choppy, but never causes tedium or restlessness.
Awkwafina once again delights and is the film's secret weapon. Her relationship/chemistry with Simu Liu's Shaun holds, molds, moves the film together perfectly. Friend goals! A necessity as you have to work a bit with this one to see the "big picture" .
"Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" ushers in Phase 4 of the MCU with a bang and creates excitement for what's next for these characters as well as the MCU as a whole. Speaking of which, the film includes 2 must see credit sequences (one mid credit, one post) so stay until the very end.
And yes, I'm saying this is a film that begs to be seen in a movie theater and is well worth the trip. I'm giving this one an 8.5
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