Matt-M-McElroy
11-03-2007, 01:05 PM
Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000R5OFOA?ie=UTF8&tag=flamesrising-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000R5OFOA)
Peel back the layers of reality and behold a stunning realm hidden beneath. One of magic and wonder. Of sorcery and enchantment. Of ancient spells, secret doors and remarkable heroes who protect us from evil. Because this is also a world of dark mysticism, malevolent forces and unspeakable horrors. And within the shadows around us, a supernatural war is waged. But the balance is shifting. Darkness is winning. Yet there is hope... Join us as Dr. Stephen Strange embarks on a wondrous journey to the heights of a Tibetan mountain, where he seeks healing at the feet of the mysterious Ancient One. But before his wounds can mend, Strange must first let go of his painful past and awaken a gift granted to very few. The gift of magic. Empowered as the new Sorcerer Supreme, Dr. Strange now tests his limits, rising up against monsters that push at the gates, facing the most terrifying entity humankind has ever known.
So, my gf and I watched this last week. I'd rate it better than Iron Man, but not as good as the two Avengers films. The fight scenes were entertaining and Dormamu looked creepy, but the plot was very predictable (even for an animated hero movie) and there wasn't enough "magic" in my opinion. They seemed to rely more on swords and martial arts than "spells" (which is somewhat understandable, they had to keep the action moving along).
Still, a great origin story for Dr. Strange. Here's hoping he makes an appearance in some upcoming movies. Say a Defenders or Midnight Sons type adventure.
Regards,
Matt
Peel back the layers of reality and behold a stunning realm hidden beneath. One of magic and wonder. Of sorcery and enchantment. Of ancient spells, secret doors and remarkable heroes who protect us from evil. Because this is also a world of dark mysticism, malevolent forces and unspeakable horrors. And within the shadows around us, a supernatural war is waged. But the balance is shifting. Darkness is winning. Yet there is hope... Join us as Dr. Stephen Strange embarks on a wondrous journey to the heights of a Tibetan mountain, where he seeks healing at the feet of the mysterious Ancient One. But before his wounds can mend, Strange must first let go of his painful past and awaken a gift granted to very few. The gift of magic. Empowered as the new Sorcerer Supreme, Dr. Strange now tests his limits, rising up against monsters that push at the gates, facing the most terrifying entity humankind has ever known.
So, my gf and I watched this last week. I'd rate it better than Iron Man, but not as good as the two Avengers films. The fight scenes were entertaining and Dormamu looked creepy, but the plot was very predictable (even for an animated hero movie) and there wasn't enough "magic" in my opinion. They seemed to rely more on swords and martial arts than "spells" (which is somewhat understandable, they had to keep the action moving along).
Still, a great origin story for Dr. Strange. Here's hoping he makes an appearance in some upcoming movies. Say a Defenders or Midnight Sons type adventure.
Regards,
Matt