Review of Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) by Doug H — 23 Apr 2016

Cap's first entry into the MCU proves that old fashioned superheroes can still be compelling to today's audiences.

This review of Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) was written by Doug H on 23 Apr 2016.

Captain America: The First Avenger has generally received positive reviews.

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