Next in my film series is my rankings for the 5 best MCU movies (in my opinion). Without furhter ado, lets get into it:
1) Iron Man (2008)
After being held captive in an Afghan cave, billionaire engineer Tony Stark creates a unique weaponized suit of armor to fight evil
One of the best origin stories ever, Jon Favreu's 2008 Iron Man film still holds up among the genre's best. Its a thrilling film with wit, charm and great effects. In fact, I'd say Iron Man looks better here than he did in the later Avengers films, due to the decision to use practical suit opposed to CGI. Jeff Bridges cold Obidiah provides a Stark contrast to RDJ's witty Tony, and while their conflict is more low key and small scale than sequels, its still memorable.
2) Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
With Spider-Man's identity now revealed, Peter asks Doctor Strange for help. When a spell goes wrong, dangerous foes from other worlds start to appear, forcing Peter to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man
While it may be flawed in some respects, No Way Home succeeds as a celebration of all things Spider-Man. It delivers on fan service as well as advancing Tom Holland's arc into the Spider-Man we all know and love, unlike its predecessors (in which Holland was very much unlike Spider-Man). This film boasts excellent performances by AndrewGarfield, Willem Dafoe, Alfred Molina and several other great talents.
3) Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
The Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe.
Visually stunning with great action and a memorable performance by Josh Brolin, Avengers: Infinity War easily stands as the best Avengers film and one of the best CBMs ever.
4) Guardians of The Galaxy (2014)
A group of intergalactic criminals must pull together to stop a fanatical warrior with plans to purge the universe.
Funny, charming and boasting a great soundtrack, Guardians of The Galaxy excels as a fun sci fi adventure. The chemistry the Guardians have puts even The Avengers to shame.
5) Captain America: Civil War (2016)
Political involvement in the Avengers' affairs causes a rift between Captain America and Iron Man.
This is the movie 2016's Batman v Superman should have been. Although it suffers from bland cinematography and over use of shaky cam, it furthers Captain America's arc by pushing him into morally grey territory. The central conflict is earned and believable, and Zemo's plan is refreshing and subversive.
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