DC Extended Universe 15: Aquaman 2 [The Lost Kingdom]

DCEU 15: Aquaman 2 [The Lost Kingdom] (2023)

My rating: 2 of 5 stars


DCU does not seem to be improving. Can't say I'm a fan of how they continue to paint Aquaman as a bit of a lumbering drunk while still trying to be a hero and king. Arthur must seek help from his brother Orm who is currently imprisoned. Meanwhile, the Atlantis council seems to block every opportunity for peace and coexistence while casting doubts on his rule and Black Mantis is back with even more deadly power backing him to cause trouble for both land and sea. While there is technically still a bit of family infighting given the king behind Black Mantis' power is their own ancestor's brother, Arthur's immediate family has a bit of a turning point and several realizations along this journey that hopefully will mean further improvements in the future. 

DC Extended Universe 6: Aquaman

DCEU 6: Aquaman (2018)

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Admittedly, it took me much longer to see this than it maybe should have. Haven't been as excited about the DC Universe new releases, though Aquaman does appear to be one of the better ones. Despite the frequent flashbacks, rather forced denial, and more than a little bit of predictability even if you didn't know the original comics at all, the movie was overall well made and performed. I started it thinking that it was already late and I might need to pause and finish the next night after work. Ended it glad that I'd finally sat down to watch it and enjoyed the story all on the same night.