DEADPOOL
dir. Tim Miller
"Deadpool" starts by giving us a credit sequence that not only tells us what superhero clichés to expect (a british villain, a gratuitous cameo, etc.) but also lampoons it with the softness of a brick. It is hard to be fresh, new and inventive when so many comic book films come out each year. This year alone is bringing us SEVEN superhero/comic book films including this one. "Deadpool" stands out from the rest of those yet released as it isn't trying to name drop or set up events for future franchise installments. Instead, the film sets fire to those and gives us a fast and furiously action filled romp that lets the audience in on its own insanity.
Another one of the things that sets the film apart from others like it is that the central hero isn't exactly standing for "Truth, Justice, and The American Way" but instead stands for himself and his own self-interests. He isn't going to save the world unless there is something in it for him and him alone which makes the film even more hilarious and timely. Ryan Reynolds gives a career defining performance that I think is bound to be his most memorable unlike "Green Lantern" which is jabbed at throughout the film along with other comic book films and characters.
All of the supporting characters and actors are exceptionally well and the action scenes are fun and constant without being too over the top ala "Kick Ass" or "Punisher: War Zone". Overall, "Deadpool" is one of the best superhero films out there as it doesn't hide its insane and profane nature or try and set up a future installment of its own universe. "Deadpool" exists to be "Deadpool" and that is what makes it marvelous.
Rating: Four and A Half Reels out of Five
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