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I don't understand the amount of hate this movie is getting... specially when I would consider it to be one of the best movies they've put out since Endgame. This movie feels different, yes, but is it a bad thing? It IS a superhero movie, with cool action and effects... but it also does something special by slowing the pace down a bit and focussing on the characters and their relationships. This is what I think the movie excels at, basically doing a beautiful job showcasing the humanity of each one of the characters. It is a movie about a family, something that the Avengers have been telling us they are for years, but unlike them, this group actually feels like they love each other; and so, when conflict arises between them, it feels complex and nuanced. Though the plot stakes are huge already, it's the emotional stakes that are given a chance to shine... and I was able to enjoy that a lot. The cast is large, and so it's unfortunate that a few characters didn't have a chance to be fully explored, but I wouldn't say it was a true downside. After all, the story is not about one character, but about them as a unit, and we do get to focus on those who drive the conflict.

There are many aspects I loved about this film. For once, the humor was an other aspect I enjoyed, specially the character of Karun (who I believe stole the show). The way they play into that easy family banter was great, and I felt like all the characters had great chemistry in that aspect. What can I say other than, all the jokes landed and had the entire cinema laughing. Of course, I also grew to care for most of the characters as well... because dammit, most of them are just wholesome and lovable. The big dilema and existencial questions tackled were very interesting too. By the end, you can understand all sides, and I find that to be very cool (it's not just good vs evil, it's way more complex than that). Even the characters who are supposed to be seen as "bad", have motivations that make sense, and could be considered righteous.. It's great stuff.

Overall, I am very disappointed to see all the hate directed towards this movie. Sadly, it was bound to happen that the most diverse movie marvel has ever put out would get the most backlash, but it's still hard to see. All I can do is wonder how anyone could look at a movie that celebrates humanity and think including as much humanity as posible is a downside.

Maybe this movie will not be beloved by all, but I liked it and I'll shout it from the rooftops.

Most movies don't DARE talk about feminism, opting for more subtle approaches out of fear of triggering men with sensitive egos... and those who do, play into this whole "girls vs boys" mentality that further promotes inequality. Moxie on the other hand IS a true and carefully crafter feminist film. It touches upon so many issues and does it without villainizing men, but rather villainizing misogyny... it is conscious of the different intersectionalities within women issues (race and transness)... and it shows the IMPORTANCE this movement has and the ways in which it can empower women, which at the end of the day is the most important part.

Sadly, I am sure this movie is doomed to fail thanks to the men who are not willing to look inward, who continue to disregard the voices of teenage girls and who cover their ears as soon as they hear the word "feminism". So please don't look at the rating of this film to decide wether or not you should watch it, at least give it a chance and form your own opinion.

Grand Army does a great job at capturing reality, from the characters to the themes tackled. While watching, I felt like I had met the characters in my highschool years; they weren't stereotypes, but well-rounded, real and raw... nothing like the 30 year-old hotties we've become so used to. As for the themes tackled, the series does not shy away from serious topics and approaches them from a diverse point of view, without romanticizing them or using them for melodrama. It might not be for everyone, but I do appreciate the series' effort to give all teenagers something or someone to relate to.