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Madame Web: Marvel Throwback Thriller Film Review

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A deep dive into the tangled web of 'Madame Web' reveals mixed reactions from critics and fans alike, exploring Dakota Johnson's foray into the Marvel universe.

S.J. Clarkson delves into the Marvel throwback thriller 'Madame Web,' featuring Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney. The director's aim to create a psychological thriller unfolds amidst a storm of one-star reviews critiquing the film's premise and acting. From newly clairvoyant paramedic Cassie Web to the disappointing reception from moviegoers, the movie grapples with its place in the Spider-Man cinematic universe.

Despite major script changes and post-credits scene speculations, 'Madame Web' fails to excite as a standout Marvel movie. Dakota Johnson's portrayal of Cassie Web, alongside a unique character dynamic with a clairvoyant twist, adds a layer of intrigue to the film. As the buzz around the film grows, it remains a polarizing addition to the superhero genre.

Interesting Facts: - Dakota Johnson's first venture into superhero territory has garnered attention, showcasing her versatility as an actress. - Sony's 'Madame Web' marks a departure from mainstream superhero narratives, exploring the fringes of the Marvel universe.

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S.J. Clarkson Untangles Marvel Throwback Thriller 'Madame Web' (Forbes)

"I didn't set out to do anything specifically other than I knew I wanted to make a psychological thriller," the director explained.

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Madame Web: Critics savage Dakota Johnson's Spider-Man spin-off (BBC News)

Starring Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney, both the film premise and the acting have come under fire in a string of one-star reviews. Based on Marvel Comics, ...

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'Madame Web' Gets Tangled Up in Itself (Vanity Fair)

In the actual film, newly clairvoyant paramedic Cassie Web (Dakota Johnson) does not say “he was in the Amazon with my mom when she was researching spiders ...

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'Madame Web' Review (The Bulwark)

WHEN I'M WATCHING COMIC BOOK MOVIES, I have a general rule that has served me well over the years: If, by the end of the film, I cannot adequately explain ...

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'Madame Web' Review: Any Way You Spin It, Marvel Movie Misses ... (Variety)

Sony digs deep into the Spider-Man archives to find 'Madame Web,' a fringe character with ill-defined powers and nothing especially interesting to do.

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Madame Web Review: Dakota Johnson's First Foray into ... (Above the Line)

Maybe the current ennui towards superhero movies won't be ending anytime soon, and certainly, the latest Spider-tangential film from Sony, Madame Web, ...

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'Madame Web' foretells a future of disappointed moviegoers (Chicago Sun-Times)

As comic book movies go, this one's a dud, and star Dakota Johnson seems to know it.

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'Madame Web': Spider-Verse-adjacent action flick has low-key appeal (The Washington Post)

Dakota Johnson plays an unusual character from the Marvel universe, the clairvoyant mother figure, in “Madame Web.”

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Dakota Johnson Says “Drastic Changes” Were Made to 'Madame Web' (Hollywood Reporter)

The Marvel star says major changes were made to the film's script after she signed onto the project.

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Does 'Madame Web' Have A Post-Credits Scene? (Forbes)

Sony's latest Marvel film, "Madame Web," is here. Does the movie have a post-credits scene? Here's if you want to stay in your seat at the theaters.

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Sony's 'Madame Web' starring Dakota Johnson torched by critics (NBC News)

Since the moment the trailer dropped, Sony's superhero film "Madame Web" has been a meme.

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How <i>Madame Web</i> Connects to the Spider-Man Cinematic ... (TIME)

The way Peter Parker figures into Sony's new spin-off starring Dakota Johnson is a little bit complicated.

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Madame Web (Plugged In)

In Theaters. February 14, 2024 · Cast. Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb; Sydney Sweeney as Julia Cornwall; Isabela Merced as Anya Corazon; Celeste O'Connor as ...

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Madame Web review: a love letter to the golden age of bad cape ... (The Verge)

Sony's new Madame Web feature from director S.J. Clarkson is a bit of a mess, but it's also a snapshot of how wild superhero movies were in 2003.

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