Review of Venom (2018) by Kevin B — 04 Jan 2019

Without any previous knowledge of the comics, Venom was surprisingly satisfying. There were several points of hilarity while at the same time keeping true to the seriousness of the plot line. We were not confused, fumbling for answers that could only be found in a previously written manuscript.

Tom Hardy delivers a spot-on performance as Eddie Brock creating a confused and pain filled journalist. He depicts the grunge character with a lightness for the viewer to love. Tom is Venom, well done.

Michelle Williams falls flat as Eddie's love interest, Anne, and leaves you wondering. Can she project any other character beside sad, teenage angst? Also, is that a wig or does your hair just never move.

.....like ever? Research following the viewing tells me that this is merely a setup for a conglomerate of Venom series. While some are discouraged with this picture not reflecting the true story (Spiderman), it appears this is just the beginning.

While Marvel and DC both should consider better casting of the female companions, this overall was a shocking relief.