This post is part of my movie-a-day challenge in which I will watch a film every day for 365 days. Today is Day 195! You can see all the posts for this challenge HERE. To see the original Movie-a-Day Challenge post, click HERE.
Hey everyone,
Today we’re swinging into the fantastic with a movie that stole my heart (and maybe a few tears) from 2018: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse! I mean, seriously, the animation alone is worth the watch. But let’s get into it.
This flick isn’t your average Spidey story. We meet Miles Morales, a Brooklyn teen just trying to navigate school, family, and the whole “fitting in” thing. Y’know, the usual teenage stuff. Oh, and also he gets bitten by a radioactive spider and becomes Spider-Man! Talk about a plot twist, right?
But things get even crazier when a portal between dimensions explodes, thanks to the villainous Kingpin, and bam! Here come a whole bunch of other Spider-People from different realities. We’re talking about a Peter B. Parker with a bit of a dad bod, a Gwen Stacy who’s a total rockstar (with killer abs!), a Spider-Man Noir who’s basically a detective straight out of a black and white film, and even a Spider-Ham, because why not? It’s a hilarious and heartwarming mix that makes you think, “Hey, anyone can be Spider-Man!”
The animation? Don’t even get me started! It’s like a comic book come to life, with these popping colors, trippy fight scenes that bend reality (think “Inception” meets Spider-Man). The creators used this funky mix of 2D and 3D animation that’s just, like, eye-popping. The colors are bright, the movement is slick, and there are even these comic book-esque action words, like “Pow!” and “Bam!” that pop up on screen. It’s such a sensory feast that you kinda feel like you’re in a living, breathing graphic novel.
But here’s the real kicker: the story. It’s not just about punching bad guys (although there’s plenty of that too). It’s about Miles finding his own place as Spider-Man, learning to trust himself, and dealing with the loss of a loved one. It gets emotional, folks, but in a way that feels real. You connect with Miles, you root for him, and by the end, you just want to give him a high five and say, “You did good, kid.”
Shameik Moore absolutely crushes it as Miles, bringing all the heart and humor to the role. There’s also some serious voice acting talent here, with folks like Hailee Steinfeld, Jake Johnson, and Mahershala Ali bringing these unique Spidey characters to life. It’s like a superhero voice acting dream team!
Oh, and did you know that the soundtrack is like a greatest hits of awesome? Hip-hop, Latin beats, and classic superhero themes all come together to create this pulse-pounding, energy-boosting masterpiece. It’s the kind of soundtrack you crank up while you’re, you know, pretending to web-sling around your room ️ (don’t judge, we’ve all done it).
Look, superheroes are cool, but Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is something special. The story is surprisingly emotional, which, you know, I wasn’t really expecting from an animated superhero flick. There’s this touching relationship between Miles and his dad, and the film really hones in on the idea that anyone can wear the mask — anyone can be a hero. It’s a great message, especially for the kiddos, but honestly, it hit me right in the feels too. 😢❤️
So yeah, “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” is one of those movies that just leaves you grinning from ear to ear. The visuals are bonkers, the story is heartfelt, and the characters are just so darn lovable. It’s like one of those films you can watch over and over again and still find something new to love.
Just maybe avoid getting bitten by radioactive spiders, okay?
Peace out,
Roger
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