Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

A sequel to the 2018 hit¹. Miles Morales encounters a multiverse of Spider-People who collaborate to protect their various worlds as well as the universe as a whole. When he finds out why he’s not a part of it, he has some tough decisions to make.

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Bigger, bolder, brighter and louder than the first film. It’s another artful, vivid piece of work animated with true character and wit.

I haven’t heard many criticisms about it so I’ll throw out some naff hot takes. First, the plot is a bit too over-stuffed. Second, it’s a bit long. The crazy pace and colourful style of the film eventually wore me out a bit and I had to pause for five minutes. Third, not sure about the end. I want more films, but a cliffhanger didn’t do it for me after that wild ride.

Anyway that aside it’s another beautifully animated film, and it’s paired with a funny, clever, heartfelt script. Outstanding.