My Rating: 4.5 out of 5

The eagerly awaited third installment of the Deadpool movies kicks off in full throttle right from the opening sequence, staying true to the Merc with a Mouth. I’d say this is Ryan Reynolds’ masterpiece (so far). However, you may wonder why I give “only” 4.5 out of 5 stars: because the movie is only half as funny if you don’t know Deadpool or the Marvel universe. Movies like Iron Man or Captain America served as gateways into the Marvel world for those unfamiliar with the comics. Deadpool & Wolverine is not quite like that. Of course, it won’t appeal to those who haven’t seen the first two movies, but even then, that’s not enough. The movie is a 2-hour Easter egg collection for nerds. Moreover, it’s a buddy movie – a film where two buddies play two guys who become buddies.

The movie boasts a nearly perfect cast with plenty of surprises, keeping interest high throughout. The chemistry between the actors is palpable, particularly between Reynolds and Jackman, breaking through the fourth wall.

Reviewing a movie like this without spoilers is challenging, but I can confidently say my rating is from a fan’s perspective. If you’re not into this world, it’s a violent action movie with explicit language and some good (dad) jokes – something that might rate as a 1.5 out of 5 stars for some.

I thoroughly enjoyed the movie, and I watched it with my best buddy – my wife, who enjoyed it too. So, I can’t even think of rating this movie poorly. Grab your buddy, wife, husband, girlfriend, boyfriend, or whatever buddy, and go see Deadpool & Wolverine. It’s a blast, that makes your inner teenager giggle.

Over the years, I’ve realized I enjoy movies and series most when I don’t know anything about them. Sure, I hear about the latest movies/shows and read about the cast and the media talking about them, but I avoid delving too deep. Surprise definitely enhances the enjoyment, and the lower the expectations, the less the disappointment.

A few weeks ago, I caught a teaser for “Argylle.” It didn’t reveal much about the plot; rather, it showcased the cast. And it worked; it grabbed my attention. However, I also gathered that this might not be high-quality storytelling but rather easily digestible entertainment for a Sunday night.

Thus, I decided to watch it one Sunday evening, and I wasn’t disappointed. It’s difficult to write a review without spoilers, but I believe I can say that the movie doesn’t introduce anything groundbreaking to our cinematic universe. Yet, it’s an entertaining spy action comedy. That’s what I was in the mood for that Sunday night, and that’s what I got.

Don’t expect too much logic from this flick, as that will detract from the fun. Simply enjoy the vibrant and colorful visuals. I don’t understand why movies nowadays have to exceed a runtime of 2 hours, especially for such straightforward movies, but I believe a duration of about 100 minutes would suffice for a movie like this.

Anyway, I enjoyed the almost 2 and a half hours.