The social media embargo on Captain America: Civil War lifted early this morning and Twitter has been flooded with reactions to the film. While the general consensus appears to be that it’s not perfect, the critics do seem to really like what Joe and Anthony Russo have delivered here, with tons of praise being heaped upon both Spider-Man and Black Panther in particular.
A few of the complaints are directed at the plot, the fact that there are too many characters in the film, and that once again, Marvel has failed to craft a compelling villain. That being said, though, most people agree that Captain America: Civil War is still a lot better than both Avengers: Age of Ultron and Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice.
[zergpaid]Before you dive into the reactions, though, it’s important to note that these Tweets represent just a small part of the population. If you recall, early reactions to Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice on Twitter were extremely positive as well, and we all know how that film turned out in the end. So with that in mind, it’s entirely possible that Captain America: Civil War may end up being a very divisive movie as well.
I guess we’ll just have to wait a few more weeks before we find out for sure, though, won’t we?
I liked it.
— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) April 9, 2016
First things first: we finally have the perfect Spider-Man and the greatest Peter Parker.
— nived (@devincf) April 9, 2016
‘Captain America: Civil War’ is so good, it’s a better Avengers movie than the last Avengers movie.
— Mike Sampson (@mjsamps) April 9, 2016
Captain America: Civil War is a complex mystery posing a big, fun superhero film. Lots of themes and emotions. Very unexpected & VERY good.
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) April 9, 2016
#CaptainAmericaCivilWar falls into a lot of the same traps as #BvS, but it’s a lot more fun. What we get of #SpiderMan is played perfectly.
— William Bibbiani (@WilliamBibbiani) April 9, 2016
Next: Black Panther is incredible. Boseman plays him as both regal and full of rage. The most serious character in the film.
— nived (@devincf) April 9, 2016
I honestly don’t know how Civil War works. There’s so much going on but it does. Spidey is AMAZING. Made me smile & laugh till my face hurt
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) April 9, 2016
I’m trying not to talk about ‘Civil War’ by comparing it to BvS, but it’s hard. It succeeds because it’s exactly what that film is not: FUN.
— Mike Sampson (@mjsamps) April 9, 2016
The big battle scene in #CivilWar is an absolute blast. Spider-Man, as you’d expect, steals the show. Ant-Man, as you might not, a close 2nd
— Mike Sampson (@mjsamps) April 9, 2016
CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR is literally going to make all the money.
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) April 9, 2016
#CaptainAmericaCivilWar delivers the goods. Endless Avenger v Avenger action. Tense and still funny. Boseman kills it as Black Panther.
— Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) April 9, 2016
Civil War and BvS tackle some of the same themes and have similar beats, yet Cap works because we know and care about these characters.
— Mike Sampson (@mjsamps) April 9, 2016
The plot has problems in #CaptainAmericaCivilWar, no doubt about it. So do the plots of most superhero movies. But when it’s fun, it’s FUN.
— William Bibbiani (@WilliamBibbiani) April 9, 2016
CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR is a Barry Bonds steroids hitting home-run by Marvel & Russo Brothers. And I LOVED Spider-Man in the film. LOVED.
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) April 9, 2016
Here is my #captainamericacivilwar #civilwar emoji pic.twitter.com/HbJvVYrdzQ
— KristianHarloff (@KristianHarloff) April 9, 2016
The movie is bigger in scale than WINTER SOLDIER but is so much more personal. The stakes are incredibly emotional.
— nived (@devincf) April 9, 2016
Oh yeah, the big fight in Captain America: Civil War is cinematic joy. And Spider-Man is so great. He’s in it more than I thought he’d be.
— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) April 9, 2016
There are things in #CaptainAmericaCivilWar I thought I’d never get to see on the big screen when I was a kid. It’s worth watching.
— William Bibbiani (@WilliamBibbiani) April 9, 2016
You have only seen 1% of the airport fight. The action is incredible. There’s a staircase fight that turns into a chase that’s an all timer.
— nived (@devincf) April 9, 2016
So to wrap it up: it’s not perfect, but it’s a blast. Better than Age of Ultron. Not as cohesive as Winter Soldier. #CaptainAmericaCivilWar
— William Bibbiani (@WilliamBibbiani) April 9, 2016
Just saw @CaptainAmerica Civil War!!! Wow! Spider-Man Rocks! Best Action Sequences in any superhero film EVER! pic.twitter.com/5uTdpYvFw6
— Jon Schnepp (@JonSchnepp) April 9, 2016
Finally: the last fight between Steve and Tony is unlike anything you’ve seen in a Marvel movie. They’re both right. You just want them
— nived (@devincf) April 9, 2016
to stop fighting. It packs a serious emotional punch.
— nived (@devincf) April 9, 2016
I’ll also admit, after 1 viewing, I have some small issues with the film. I’m guessing they’ll shrink after a 2nd viewing to unpack them tho
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) April 9, 2016
Chadwick Boseman is fantastic as Black Panther. Can’t wait to see his solo film. He absolutely nailed the role.
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) April 9, 2016
What we thought of Captain America: Civil War pic.twitter.com/4s0Mn5wxxs
— John Campea (@johncampea) April 9, 2016
I’m pretty sure Captain America: Civil War is my favorite Marvel movie.
— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) April 9, 2016
I lied. One last last thing: this movie plays like a repudiation of BATMAN V SUPERMAN. A devastating reply.
— nived (@devincf) April 9, 2016
I don’t want to drop any #CaptainAmericaCivilWar spoilers but have to get off my chest that I’m pretty sure Vision shops at Banana Republic.
— Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) April 9, 2016
I didn’t see CIVIL WAR tonight — Tuesday in Vegas — but my Marvel direct-deposit just hit so what the hell, it’s AMAZING OMFG
— Josh Lincoln Dickey (@JLDlite) April 9, 2016
CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR has such incredible action set pieces because you care about the people fighting. It’s not just punching bad guys
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) April 9, 2016
I could go on all night with this but one last thing. The airport scene in Civil War is probably the best superhero action scene ever.
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) April 9, 2016
for press screening they don’t show any trailers. We did see one after the credits scene but Marvel usually holds the final one for release
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) April 9, 2016
I have to admit it. Captain America: Civil War a letdown after the high of Winter Soldier. It’s a better, smarter version of BvS.
— Jim Vejvoda (@JimVejvoda) April 9, 2016
Zemo is another wasted Marvel villain whose scheme is, while not as crazy as Lex’s, isn’t much more coherent or less convoluted
— Jim Vejvoda (@JimVejvoda) April 9, 2016
Spider-Man is both the best & most expendable part of Civil War. I want to see more of him
— Jim Vejvoda (@JimVejvoda) April 9, 2016
Big airport brawl is great fun & Civil War sort of limps to the finish line after that. Panther is very cool. Want to see more of him too
— Jim Vejvoda (@JimVejvoda) April 9, 2016
But I think between this & BvS I’m done with being reminded of superhero battle collateral damage. We’ve dealt with it.
— Jim Vejvoda (@JimVejvoda) April 9, 2016
Really didn’t think I’d care *that* much seeing Spider-Man hanging out with all the other characters. But there he was and it made me happy!
— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) April 9, 2016
