James Gunn Says ANT-MAN May Just Be His Favorite Marvel Movie Since IRON MAN
Ant-Man is slightly over two weeks away, and Peyton Reed has just been given a big thumbs up from his colleague, James Gunn. Posting a mini-review of the film, the Guardians Of The Galaxy director even claimed it could be his favorite Marvel movie since Iron Man!
James Gunn's a popular figure in the world of comic book movies, having turned a relatively unknown comic book property into a global smash hit for Marvel last year with his Guardians Of The Galaxy. Now, Peyton Reed is about to attempt to acheive a similar feat with Ant-Man. Ahead of the movie's release in a few weeks time, Reed has received a glowing endorsement from his fellow director, who posted his take on the movie on Facebook, after attending the premiere on Monday:
"Ant-Man may just be my favorite Marvel film since Jon Favreau's Iron Man (well, maybe excluding one film to which I'm partial). Honestly, the movie is a complete blast! I was so happy after seeing it. It's never boring for a second and it's hilarious and warm throughout. It doesn't get caught up in the webbing of its own science-fiction concept like so many movies do these days, remaining simple and elegant. It's a part of the Marvel universe without being ruled by that fact. Paul Rudd is nuanced and charming and funny and is a surprisingly natural fit as a modern superhero (side-fact - Paul must be a nice guy, because he and I dated the same girl in college, and yet I still love him).
"Michael Peña KILLS IT - this movie is going to make him a huge star. My old pal Judy Greer (she was Deadly Girl to my Minute Man in The Specials (film) many moons ago) is great in a small role. And Michael Douglas is awesome. I think all of Peyton Reed's years directing have led him to making something as deft and nimble and joyous as this; he did an incredible job. And, despite Edgar Wright's parting from Marvel, his spirit is felt through the entire project, and there is no doubt everyone owes him a huge debt of gratitude. I left the theater incredibly happy. So often I see movies by people I love which are just okay - it's great to love a movie as much as I love the people who made it."
Best since Favreau's Iron Man? That's some high praise from Mr. Gunn! It's easy to see the similarities between the two movies though, with both starring a naturally comedic actor as a character who is a bit of a mystery to the general audience. Both Iron Man and GOTG exceeded expectations for Marvel. Could Ant-Man follow in their footsteps?
I suppose we'll only know for sure when it hits theatres on July 17. Are you excited?