There are people who are cautious of Warner Bros and its treatment of the DC Extended Universe. Man of Steel, Batman v Superman, Suicide Squad, and Justice League didn’t wow critics, and fans weren’t coming together. Wonder Woman came out and was praised by critics and audiences and became a huge hit at the box office. Next up is Aquaman from director James Wan, and many were wondering if it will get panned like Zack Snyder’s DC films or praised like Patty Jenkins’ Wonder Woman. The social media embargo has been lifted, and the initial reactions from critics are pouring in. So far, many have been praising the film, saying that it’s epic, fun, ambitious and awesome.
Check them out below:
Chalk up a big, wet win for DC. @creepypuppet’s #Aquaman is an epic, swing-for-the-fences adventure that plunges fans into incredibly creative worlds. Goofy in spots, but it's rollicking fun. See it on the biggest screen possible! pic.twitter.com/ahODJ4mJAI
— Sean O'Connell (@Sean_OConnell) November 26, 2018
#AQUAMAN is fantastic. Definitely levels up DC’s movie game. @creepypuppet outdid himself. I left the film completely awestruck.
— Nathaniel Brail (@NateBrail) November 27, 2018
#Aquaman is better than expected. Feels like a Marvel phase one movie, in a good way. It’s at its best when it’s having fun and not taking itself too seriously. Black Manta is great villain that comic book fans will love. Some truly spectacular one shots and good action. pic.twitter.com/aTnc1QWk66
— Peter Sciretta (@slashfilm) November 26, 2018
Aquaman is a breathtakingly beautiful, weird, badass, FUN idea of a modern superhero fantasy (anime) and makes zero apologies. Second half's one cheer/laugh after another.
Imagine '80s Schwarzenegger starring in "Hideo Kojima's AVATAR" and you're most of the way there. #Aquaman pic.twitter.com/nmZYjcUm5q
— Andrew Dyce (@andrewbdyce) November 26, 2018
Saw #Aquaman before thanksgiving and had a week to think about it. It's flawed, but fun. Momoa and Patrick Wilson are absolute gems. Most of all, the movie is just flat out insane. I can't believe how big, creative, and crazy it gets. Gotta see it again! pic.twitter.com/m2oRbHVtu9
— Mike Rougeau (@RogueCheddar) November 26, 2018
#Aquaman is the most ambitious DC movie to date — a big, sprawling visual spectacle that is gorgeous, crazy, stuffed with terrific action, and a lot of fun to watch. James Wan, in my opinion, is the true star – he elevates the material, makes it entertaining and conquers it. pic.twitter.com/gDFjiAWICA
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) November 26, 2018
#Aquaman is the best DC movie since The Dark Knight.@creepypuppet delivers a swashbuckling epic full of big emotion, gorgeous undersea visuals, exciting action, and lots of laughs.
WB should be handing the DCEU reins to James Wan, he's proven he can, ahem, right the ship. pic.twitter.com/4hjxdmNLDf
— Tom Jorgensen (@Tom_Jorgensen) November 26, 2018
#Aquaman is AWESOME & absolutely delivers! Not only is @prideofgyypsies the King of Atlantis, but also the newly crowned King of the DCEU!
I can't wait to see it again! pic.twitter.com/boVAKdcNIA
— Umberto Gonzalez (@elmayimbe) November 26, 2018
I’ll take some heat for this, but #Aquaman is the best Marvel movie that DC has made. That doesn’t mean it’s exactly like that formula, but it feels like a film that knows what it is, what it’s selling and who it’s selling to. There’s no identity crisis here.
— Paul Shirey (@arcticninjapaul) November 26, 2018
Excited I can now say how much I enjoyed #Aquaman! It's a cool adventure built on some tremendous action sequences and set pieces, with a great hero arc/performance from Jason Momoa as the glue. There's fun world building, and it looks wonderful. A great step for the DCEU. pic.twitter.com/Z5iPdilMIR
— Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) November 26, 2018
#Aquaman was a blast! It’s an action packed thrilled ride filled w/ a lot of heart. It’s visually breathtaking and the the action sequence were so badass. James Wan did an incredible job! pic.twitter.com/WAh2UYr8e9
— Geeks of Color (@GeeksOfColor) November 26, 2018
I'M OFF THE DEEP END / WATCH AS I DIVE IN / TO LOVING #Aquaman
It is my new favorite DC Extended Universe movie. The movie is bonkers in the best way possible, full of humor, massive set pieces, and incredibly inventive designs. James Wan knocked this out of the park.
— Dan Casey (@DanCasey) November 26, 2018
#Aquaman was an absolute blast, from the charm of Momoa's Arthur Curry, to the spectacular visuals to the fun that it was clear that everyone was having. It was exactly what I was hoping for and I can't wait to see it again! I'll give you more details when I'm allowed! pic.twitter.com/FyeczAJJIJ
— Jenna Busch (@JennaBusch) November 26, 2018
#Aquaman is an epic fantasy adventure on the high seas! It’s packed with thrilling action in a dazzling underwater world like nothing I’ve ever seen in superhero movies, or anywhere else. I had a total blast watching this movie & so will you. See it on the biggest screen you can! pic.twitter.com/uRWXDTE48K
— Sean Gerber (@MrSeanGerber) November 26, 2018
Gone are the grey & black sullen tones of the depressing, self-serious DCEU of 2016. We have a movie that does justice to the mythology established in the comic books & Timm-verse cartoon series we knew the DC films had the potential to achieve. #Aquaman is that movie! – Mike M pic.twitter.com/hCP4ArPf4G
— The Nerds of Color (@TheNerdsofColor) November 27, 2018
#Aquaman is pretty wild. It leans hard into its '80s fantasy/adventure movie vibe far more than superhero elements, and it works. It's another step in the right direction for the DCEU and shows how different/distinct the tones of these movies can be while still existing together.
— Mike Cecchini (@wayoutstuff) November 26, 2018
#Aquaman was outstanding. James Wan definitely loves the character and brings audiences one of the most unique super hero origin films in years. Tonally it strikes the right line! Feeling very similar to Sam Rami’s Spider-Man
— Jordan Samuel (@JordanESamuel) November 26, 2018
So I really enjoyed #Aquaman! James Wan has made an unapologetically bold superhero flick, mixing adventure and fantasy elements with stunning visual effects, a terrific lead in Jason Momoa (who's clearly having the time of his life), and a great heroine in Amber Heard's Mera. pic.twitter.com/V8bnw6mnCX
— Carly Lane (@carlylane) November 26, 2018
I’ve had the chance to watch Aquaman as well, and I can say that I had a lot of fun with James Wan’s take on the aquatic superhero. Check back soon for our review!
#Aquaman is a stunning spectacle and Jason Momoa is a blast to watch from beginning to end.
— John Spartan Nguyen (@JohnSpartan300) November 26, 2018
Aquaman hits theaters on December 21, 2018. It will be competing with other movies like Mary Poppins Returns and Bumblebee. Will the Atlantean hero be powerful enough to rule the seas and the theaters? We’ll find out soon enough.
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