Who Run the World? Girls!
I saw Captain Marvel last Wednesday with a friend, and I loved it. I really enjoy all the Marvel movies, but this is one I can definitely seem myself re-watching in the future. Captain Marvel aka Carol Danvers is played by the wonderful Brie Larson. This movie was a bit of a blast to the past, as it takes mostly during the 90’s (and the fun soundtrack clearly shows that!!). This was a “getting to know Carol” movie but it was also full of mystery and action. I love that while it’s a superhero film, it’s also about figuring out who you are – and where you came from. It’s about friendships and the family you make. And I love that! Highly recommended.
Say My Name, Say My Name
On Sunday, my mom and I saw Shazam! and it was so much fun. It’s a little over 2 hours long, but it kind of flew by. I didn’t know anything about Shazam as a comic book character going into the movie but I’m a fan. I actually thought that young Billy Batson would disappear when he became Shazam!, played by Zachary Levi, but thankfully, he can go back and forth just by saying – you guessed it – “shazam.” I was happy to learn this because I think Asher Angel, who played the young Billy, did a great job! I loved both him and his friend/foster brother, Freddy, played by the amazing Jack Dylan Grazer (you might know him from the most recent IT film). Shazam! was a really fun film, with plenty of humor, which I always love. I recommend this movie as well!
In Conclusion…
Captain Marvel and Shazam! have more in common than you'd think- movie reviews #ontheblog! #captainmarvel #shazam Click To TweetBoth Captain Marvel and Shazam! deal with the families that you make, and not necessarily the ones you are born into, and I think it’s a great “message” for people watching. Plus, they are both action-packed, funny, and just downright fun superhero movies.
I’m eager to see both of these, and I’m really happy to read you enjoyed them. In one of those small world kind of things, a friend of mine happens to have done orchestrations on the Shazam soundtrack! So I definitely have to start with that one lol
There’s not one person I know that saw Captain Marvel, had a bad thing to say about it, and the message is wonderful. I was a little iffy about Shazam, but I definitely plan to check that one out! Hugs…RO
I’ve seen Captain Marvel & loved it! I have not seen Shazam! yet but was kinda going back & forth about seeing it but maybe I will have to.
Thanks for the reviews! 🙂
I’d love to see them both! Waiting for Netflix. Brie Larson is everything. What a perfect actor for that role! Also, she seems to be the most when it comes to being a good person, too.
I would be curious to watch them!
I felt like Captain Marvel was a middle-rate marvel movie based on their other ones, but I still really enjoyed it.
Glad you had fun out with the mama 🙂
I love the way that Marvel have interlinked all their films. They have done such a clever job. Cannot wait for End Game – not long now! Not seen Shazam! yet, but it looks a fun movie.
Both of these movies are high on my list to see! I love Brie Larson and I’ve heard so much good stuff about Captain Marvel. I also adore Zachary Levi so I know I’m going to enjoy Shazam, it just looks so fun! I’m glad to know you liked them both!
Loved Captain Marvel and I am super excited for Shazam! I think Zachary Levi is the sweetest!
Glad Shazam was a hit! I love Zachary Levi so much. I might go see it!
I finally saw Captain Marvel this past weekend and thought it was fantastic! Still need to see Shazam but hope to get to that one soon.
I liked both of these as well. I was definitely very pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed Shazam! Great reviews!
Neither of these really interest me but I’m one of the very few who doesn’t love super hero movies. *loser alert* But I really want to see the movie After. I’m hoping I can do it this weekend.
I don’t know much about Shazam but I LOVED Capt. Marvel, and I agree- i want to watch that one again. Probably my fave Marvel movie so far…
Awww both of these based in your review sound a lot more interesting and complex than I would have thought if I had blindly purchased a ticket. The main actor in Shazam is adorable—I know nothing about him but apparently he can sing and was just in the village, downtown NYC not too long ago. Thanks for sharing, Lauren!
I am so glad that you loved Captain Marvel so much! I have been wanting to see it as well and I think that it is one that I am going to love. I will have check out Shazam as well. Thanks for the details on these!
I want to see Captain Marvel! My son is really into Marvel superheroes so I will probably watch it with him when it’s out on video/Netflix. I’ve never heard of Shazam before!
I haven’t yet watched Shazam, but gah, it sounds like so much fun! I loved Captain Marvel and you’re right — they’re both stories abt the families you choose — good point!
Of the two it is actually Shazam that really appeals to me. I shall have to google to see when its due to open here in the UK as I think Mr T would also enjoy it.
I liked Captain Marvel a lot but didn’t love it. I think I was just tired and dozing off. I’m looking forward to Shazam!
I haven’t been to the movies in so long but I want to see both of these. Shazam especially looks fun.
Karen @ For What It’s Worth
This rules! I LOVED Captain Marvel. Can’t wait to see Shazam!
I’m not a huge Superhero person, so my husband and son went and saw Captain Marvel. I didn’t know the movie and soundtrack has a 90’s vibe, though. That’s really cool and kinda makes me want to see it!
Carrie
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I am SO EXCITED to see both of these movies! I’m so glad that you enjoyed them both!!
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I heard lots of great things about Captain Marvel, it really sounds like a good movie. I hadn’t heard of Shazam before, but it sounds like a fun one.
I hadn’t thought much about Shazam, but now you’ve made me want to see it for sure. Sounds so fun!
I enjoyed Captain Marvel, and I LOVE that we get another female super hero… but it sadly wasn’t a new favorite for me. BUT the genre can be really hit or miss for me. So that makes sense. 🙂 We finally caught up on that and the Ant Man movies so we are ready to see Endgame in a few weeks! 🙂 XO – Alexandra
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I don’t know anything about Shazam but it does look fun, glad you enjoyed it!
loved Captain Marvel but it looks like Shazaam is going to have to wait until it hits Blu Ray. Just too many good movies out now. Its a god problem to have #happynow