MCU Phase Three: Ranking the Franchises

Okay, here’s a breakdown of the MCU movies discussed in the provided text, in the order ‍they appear, and⁣ a summary of the author’s opinions on each:

1. Spider-Man: Far from ⁣Home

* Opinion: ⁤ Highly underrated. The author⁣ initially ⁤disliked it, giving it a “C” grade, but grew to love it through rewatches. Praises the Spider-Sense ‍action sequence, Mysterio‘s illusions, ⁢Jake Gyllenhaal’s performance, and the Peter/MJ chemistry.* Link to ⁤Analysis: https://swoproductions.com/2024/08/02/episode-107-spider-man-far-from-home/

2. guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

* Opinion: Initially compared unfavorably to the frist Guardians, but ⁣the author now really likes it. Highlights the Nebula/Gamora‍ reunion, Kurt Russell as Ego, the ⁢soundtrack (“needle drops”), and Baby Groot. considers‍ it very rewatchable.

3. Thor: Ragnarok

* ‍ Opinion: Possibly the most rewatchable MCU film. The author urges readers not to let ⁣ Thor:⁣ Love & Thunder influence⁣ their opinion of this film. Praises taika Waititi’s humor, the action, ⁣and⁢ Cate Blanchett as ⁢Hela ⁢(and hopes for her return).
⁢ * ⁤ Link to⁢ Analysis: https://swoproductions.com/2021/08/15/episode-10-thor-ragnarok/

4. Avengers: Infinity war

* Opinion: ⁤One half of an epic two-parter. Compared to The empire Strikes ⁢Back – darker, with evil winning. crucial for establishing ⁤the mythology and bringing⁤ together ⁤characters from across the MCU.
*⁤ Link⁣ to ‍Analysis: https://swoproductions.com/2024/05/02/episode-99-avengers-infinity-war/

5. Avengers: Endgame

⁤* Opinion: The other half of the epic two-parter, building off of ⁣ Infinity War. (The text cuts off mid-sentence while discussing this film.)

The author is⁤ clearly⁤ in the process of ranking or discussing their favorite MCU films, and these are the ones highlighted in this excerpt.