Review of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021) by Inshane — 05 Sep 2021

Allegedly, "Eternals" is on the table to be delayed if "Shang-Chi” under-performs... Welp, they better get that idea off the table ASAP, because this movie is not only doing amazingly well, it's also an amazing movie! “Shang-Chi” is a unique genre blend of martial arts, fantasy, and family drama.

In my opinion, this film had quite possibly, some of the best fights in any Marvel movie. The film had everything you could possibly want in a martial arts film: From elegant "Wire fu" fights to traditional martial arts to feudal battles, it was a true celebration of Asian martial arts.

Coupled with amazing martial arts, this film also had a fun fantasy element to it: The second half of the movie was filled to the brim with Asian folklore creatures and enough whimsy to fill your heart with wonder and awe.

If there was anything I’d fault the movie for, it would be the high budget visual effects sort of “deluding” some of the martial arts scenes and maybe a bit too much forced humor. It just feels like every Marvel movie HAS to be a comedy these days, and I hope that trend simmers down in the future.

“Shang-Chi” was a pleasant surprise and a HUGE win for the “Marvel Cinematic Universe.” "Ant-Man," I love ya...