After a rough Phase 4, which I think we can all collectively agreed was Marvel’s worst phase, I’m sure the studio wants to start anew and burry all the traumatic memories of the past. Well, I’ll give them that they’ve picked the correct film to start their rehab. Ant-Man films have always been a MCU staple as they’re all about what the MCU promises to offer you. There are no surprises, you get exactly what you expect, in a good way. I liked both the Ant-Man films and it is simply because how fun they are and how they don’t try to do anything over the top, which the MCU has gotten into a habit of. However, I have to say that Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is different as it may be the most important film of the Multiverse saga yet. We’re getting introduced to Kang the Conqueror, who’ll be the primary villain of this saga.
There is significant hype around Quantumania as is with every Marvel film. However, there are concerns as well. Marvel has to really win fans over this time to maintain their fanbase otherwise, it will keep on shrinking. The threequel recently had its premiere and we have first reactions of all the people who watched it, spoiler alert- like every Marvel film they’re great.
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania First Reactions – Overwhelmingly Positive Reviews!
Erik Davis
Fandango
“PHASE 5 HAS BEGUN! The new Ant-Man movie is like a psychedelic rollercoaster full of frightening & hilarious oddities, plus one VERY menacing Kang. Big STAR WARS vibes meet the MCU at its freakiest & most inventive. MODOK is a riot, but Jonathan Majors conquers. Loved the ride!” He continued, “Definitely make sure you stay for the credits because there are significant things to. I really dug how ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ is both a Part 1 of Phase 5, but also a self-contained Ant-Man story that’s funny & sweet & features a kick-ass Michelle Pfeiffer. Good stuff.”
Daniel Baptista
The Movie Podcast
“‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ is a solid, yet overly ambitious start to the next phase of the MCU. Jonathan Majors is an absolute FORCE as Kang and the NEW KING of the Multiverse. The final battle is ASTONISHING, but I really missed the comedic charm throughout.”
Dempsey Pilot
The DisInsider
“Had a blast with ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ Paul Rudd has never been better & Jonathan Majors effortlessly conquers every second of screen-time he gets, BUT the real star of the film is Jeff Loveness’ script: a reminder of how beautifully strange & mysterious the MCU still is.”
Courtney Howard
LA Film Critics
“After a frustratingly rough act 1, ‘Ant-Man and TheWasp: Quantumania’ finally gets going, only to end where this story should’ve began. While the external stakes are clear & weighty, emotional drive felt slight (and levity even lighter). That said, Jonathan Majors rules.”
Sean Keane
CNET
“‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ has way too much going on — it’s tough to connect emotionally to any of it. Jonathan Majors’ Kang is a charismatic, intense baddy and visually awesome, but the threat he represents is too abstract.”
Jana Seitzer
Geek Girls Universe
“‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ is a splendid visual feast. The best of the ‘Ant-Man’ movies, complete w/ humor, heart & the tie in to the Kang Dynasty we’ve been waiting for. Jonathan Majors is on fire & Kathry Nnewton is baller in her marvel debut. Feb 17 can’t come soon enough.”
Joseph Deckelmeier
Illuminerdi
“‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania;’ is such a fun way to kick off Phase 5. Each ‘Ant-Man’ film has been better than the last. This is no exception. Can’t wait to see more Kang and the ramifications of this film in the MCU.”
Andi Ortiz
The Wrap
“I think my favorite part of ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp’ was the dynamic between Scott and Cassie. Every time he calls her “peanut,” I just kind of want to cry. Please make 10 more one-shots just of him catching up on her birthdays.” They continued, “In other ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp’ feelings—which won’t come as a surprise—Jonathan Majors as Kang really is a force, and he honestly seems to be having the best time with it. I’m real excited to see him square up with more Avengers.”
Big Screen Leaks
“‘Ant-Man and The Wasp’ kicks off Phase 5 with one of the MCUs most fascinating entries. This movie is Star Wars meets Ant-Man and I dug it for the most part. Jonathan Majors DEMANDS your attention as Kang and he absolutely SHINES. BIG implications for the future too!”
Steven Weintraub
“Marvel’s ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ is a strong start to Phase 5. I now understand why it’s called ‘Quantumania’. Jonathan Majors is excellent as Kang and cannot wait to see where this all goes. 2 after the credits scenes and both are very good.”
Brandon Davis
Comicbook.com
“‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ is by far Marvel’s weirdest, zaniest movie to date. Jonathan Majors stands out strongly. Kang elevates the whole film. Majors and Paul Rudd are intense together. Loads of CGI, crazy new characters, and an exciting trajectory for the MCU saga.”
Richard Nebens
The Direct
“‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania takes big swings, hits on most but not all. Captivating visuals which elevate a fun story, but some stakes were lacking. Kang is HERE. What an incredible performance from Jonathan Majors. Overall, a solid start to Phase 5!”
The core cast of the Ant-Man franchise including Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly and Michael Douglas are returning. Along with these regulars, the supporting cast of the film has added Kathryn Newton, Jonathan Majors, Bill Murray and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania will release in theatres near you on 17th February 2023.
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