How can anything live up to years of hype?
Back when the first Iron Man movie came out I went with mid-level expectations and a true love for action and comic book movies. Robert Downey blew me away and the movie was a wonderful execution with a delightful little teaser at the end. The next three Marvel movies hit at a similar pace, Iron Man 2 didnt suffer from sequel typical quality loss, Captain America was so fantastic that I saw it twice in the theaters, and Thor was full of norse demi-god goodness. They found actors that were not just Hollywood A-list but really bit into the parts and owned them.
I had fear for the Avengers movie with each teaser I wanted it to be good. I needed it to be good but I had a very small amount of faith it could be. Then I discovered the Joss Wheadon, who I can fan girl about all day, was writing and directing. I stopped hoping I closed my eyes and just hoped that TPB of the corporate studios didnt muck it all up.
With fear, excitement and trepidation I sat down at 8:30am to see the movie. I laughed, I cried, I didnt want it to end. It was epic, grand, and everything I didnt know I wanted. Who knew I would love the Hulk a character who was previously too emo and uninspiring as a hero. Although all the actors gave a good job I lay the credit for what is likely going to have me fangirling for the rest of the summer at Wheadon's feet.
Joss is Boss. When can I get my copy on DVD??
