By Anastasia Foster | Staff Writer
Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
Cast: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, and Anthony Mackie
Director(s): Anthony and Joe Russo
Synopsis: Two years after the events from the 2012 film The Avengers, Steve Rogers now works for S.H.I.E.L.D. under Nick Fury while conforming to modern society. However, living up to the social norms of the society are the least of his worries as he yet again embarks on a new mission for S.H.I.E.L.D. But what if this mission isn’t just for S.H.I.E.L.D. but also against it?
Review:
The Russo brothers did not disappoint in this second installment in the Captain America franchise. It is hard for a sequel not to fall under the shadow of the original film. This movie, however, did not shield itself at all!
The secretive agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D. is compromised. Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) is called to action find out why S.H.I.E.L.D. is no longer reliable espionage with the help of redheaded sidekick, Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson).
This film was a roller coaster of comedy, drama and action. The writing was great in that it balanced between the three different genres incredibly well. The creative fighting scenes had me hanging off the edge of my seat, laughing at some parts and cringing at others. The majority involved a triumphant fist pump for when a move was really nailed by the Cap, but no spoilers here.
The movie was at a reasonable pace and a very consumer-friendly length. It got to the point pretty fast. It was an enjoyable film that I may watch for a second time.
