Deadpool 2

Deadpool 2: A Chaotic Joyride Of Explosions, Grief, And Gut-Busting Humor 22 Sep, 2024 09:29:49 by djeby 8.0

Ryan Reynolds returns once again as the hilariously unhinged Wade Wilson, aka Deadpool, in "Deadpool 2," a film that somehow manages to blend emotional turmoil with gut-busting laughs and plenty of fourth-wall-breaking shenanigans. If you're expecting a traditional superhero flick, well, buckle up—because this one’s more of a rollercoaster that throws the guidebook out the window and asks if you're still enjoying the ride while halfway upside down.

Gone are the days of Deadpool’s fast-paced, three-jokes-a-minute takedowns of superhero tropes. Now, stuntman-turned-director David Leitch (of "John Wick" fame) throws our favorite merc with a mouth into a spiral of self-destruction, literally starting the film with Wade Wilson blowing himself to smithereens. I mean, you can't get much darker than that, can you? But don't worry, in true comic book fashion, no one stays dead for long—especially not the lead who holds the box office receipts. The film wastes no time unraveling the mystery behind Wade's dramatic explosion, diving into his grief-fueled, flame-throwing psyche in a way that’ll have you laughing one second and questioning your emotions the next.

If you believed this was going to be a somber, introspective journey into Wade’s soul, think again. Leitch and the gang know better than to stay down in the dumps for too long. The heartache that drives Wade to strap on the dynamite vest is quickly soothed by ridiculous situations, dry wit, and plenty of blood-soaked action scenes. Sure, there’s a bit of angst here and there—like Vanessa (Morena Baccarin) having a tearful moment with Deadpool’s iconic red suit while a minor key version of Boston’s “More Than a Feeling” plays—but come on, this is still a Deadpool movie. And Deadpool, bless his inappropriate heart, knows how to lighten the mood.

The official plot summary released by 20th Century Fox barely takes itself seriously, and neither does the film: “After surviving a near-fatal bovine attack, a disfigured cafeteria chef (Wade Wilson) struggles to fulfill his dream of becoming Mayberry’s hottest bartender while also learning to cope with his lost sense of taste.” I mean, how can you not love that? Even when Deadpool 2 tries to act all serious, it’s got that signature wink that lets you in on the joke.

The script, penned by Reynolds, Rhett Reese, and Paul Wernick, packs as much mischief into the plot as possible, as Wade begrudgingly teams up with X-Men members like Domino (Zazie Beetz) and Colossus to protect the fiery, rebellious teen mutant Firefist (Julian Dennison). Oh, and did I mention there’s time-traveling assassin Cable (Josh Brolin) hot on their trail? Yeah, Brolin plays his second Marvel role within a month, but instead of the galaxy-threatening Thanos, he’s a grizzled, Terminator-esque mercenary who may or may not have borrowed his attitude from 80s action flicks.

There are some obvious parallels to other superhero blockbusters, including a little movie called "Avengers: Infinity War"—timing coincidence or not, both films grapple with the idea of just how permanent death is in these fantastical universes. But where "Infinity War" leaves fans in stunned silence, "Deadpool 2" throws a punchline at the existential crisis, leaving no time to truly wallow in loss or suffering. Sure, there are a few sad moments, but you can always count on Deadpool to pull a fast one and break the tension with a wisecrack.

At its core, "Deadpool 2" is less about delivering a serious superhero saga and more about taking the genre for a wild joyride. Reynolds once again gives his all to the character, injecting Deadpool with a mix of narcissism, desperation, and snarky humor that propels the film forward. The script is peppered with pop culture references, slapstick violence, and self-aware jokes that remind you constantly that, yes, you are watching a movie, and, no, they don’t care much for typical superhero rules. In fact, Deadpool himself jokes that if his plan works, we can all go home early, skipping the third act altogether.

The film doesn’t aim to break new ground but instead revels in its absurdity, like a super-powered stand-up special that refuses to take itself seriously for too long. It’s chaotic, irreverent, and packed with enough R-rated humor to keep fans entertained. Sure, it's not trying to rewrite the superhero playbook, but it’s refreshingly honest about its intentions. By the time the credits roll, you’ll either be laughing, groaning, or rushing to your favorite social media platform to share your hot take. Either way, "Deadpool 2" knows exactly what kind of movie it wants to be, and it delivers it with just the right mix of flair and snarky charm.