ZACK SNYDER’S JUSTICE LEAGUE FIRST REVIEWS: THE BIGGER, BETTER, CLEARER VERSION WE SHOULD HAVE GOTTEN
CRITICS SAY THE “SNYDER CUT” IS A SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENT OVER ITS THEATRICAL PREDECESSOR, WITH SMARTER STORYTELLING, MORE COMPELLING CHARACTERS, AND A BETTER GRASP OF WHAT IT’S TRYING TO ACCOMPLISH.
CRITICS SAY THE “SNYDER CUT” IS A SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENT OVER ITS THEATRICAL PREDECESSOR, WITH SMARTER STORYTELLING, MORE COMPELLING CHARACTERS, AND A BETTER GRASP OF WHAT IT’S TRYING TO ACCOMPLISH.
You asked for it, and now it’s here. After all the fan campaigning and all the reshoots, the “Snyder Cut” of Justice League arrives on HBO Max this Friday, March 18. And while it’s not expected to officially change the direction of the DC Extended Universe at all, if the public reception is as positive as the first reviews of this director’s cut, then it’s likely to influence the franchise forever. According to experts, the new version of the 2017 superhero team-up is not just a lot bigger, but a lot better, too. Let’s get right into the details, shall we?
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Here’s what critics are saying about Zack Snyder’s Justice League:
IS THE SNYDER CUT BETTER THAN THE THEATRICAL VERSION?
I am happy to report that the intended vision is miles better than what audiences were subjected to back in 2017.
– Britany Murphy, Geeks of Color
It finally becomes possible to see Justice League for the grand epic it was meant to be.
– Angie Han, Mashable
No one can deny the chasm in quality between Snyder and Whedon’s vision.
– Dewey Singleton, AwardsWatch
Snyder’s version is a better film, yes, but it’s no Superman swooping in at the last minute to save the day either… [it] isn’t immensely better.
– Matt Rodriguez, Shakefire
My mindset on this movie has changed from “a disaster” to “a competently made, interesting misfire.”
– Mike Ryan, UproxxYes, Zack Snyder’s Justice League is better than the theatrical cut of the film. Just about anything would have been. But the new edit also isn’t quite a movie.
– Joshua Rivera, PolygonZack Snyder’s Justice League is just another bad Justice League.
– Darren Franich, Entertainment WeeklyWHAT’S DIFFERENT?
The cut also benefits from the inclusion of a lot more hope and optimism than the previous version, with the heroes working together with much more unity and purpose.
– Nicola Austin, We Have a HulkA more hopeful Batman means that tone is lighter and more optimistic.
– Amon Warmann, Empire MagazineZack Snyder’s Justice League is mostly the same 118-minute movie but with two hours of deleted scenes and poor pacing.
– Scott Mendelson, ForbesIS IT JUST MORE MOVIE?
While more isn’t always better, that axiom is challenged by the subjective truth that this redo is an impressive improvement over the original release.
– Rob Hunter, Film School RejectsThe defining problem for Zack Snyder’s Justice League: the director’s vision adds a lot more stuff but rarely does more add up to anything of meaning.
– Sean Mulvihill, FanboyNationHOW DOES THE LONGER RUNTIME AFFECT THE FILM?
The film’s chapter breaks are very effective, allowing the narrative room to breathe while also embodying the spirit of a tried and true superhero comic event, which needs multiple issues to tell its massive narrative.
– Jenna Anderson, ComicBook.comOverall the film benefits from its extended running time, but it still can feel like a slough, especially in the first half.
– Matt Rodriguez, ShakefireThis version running four hours is the very definition of indulgence, especially how much of the “new” footage is not new but merely extended.
– Scott Mendelson, ForbesThere are very few movies that justify an over three-hour run time, and, unfortunately, Zack Snyder’s Justice League is not one of them.
– Kaitlyn Booth, Bleeding Cool
(Photo by HBO Max)
IS IT JUST FOR FANS?
Perhaps the most general audience-friendly film Snyder has made in his career, Justice League seems to have something for everyone.
– Sheraz Farooqi, ComicBook DebateThis epic should open with a disclaimer: “This movie is intended FOR THE FANS ONLY.”
– Sean Mulvihill, FanboyNationIS THE PLOT EASIER TO FOLLOW?
The most striking thing about Zack Snyder’s Justice League is the fact that everything that didn’t make sense three-and-a-half years ago now does.
– Josh Wilding, ComicBookMovie.comFrom the moment the film begins, it is clear that it is something much more cohesive with a specific plan of attack for all of the heroes in the film.
– Britany Murphy, Geeks of ColorThe massive differences serve to better establish the story… It sets the stage for the main antagonist in Darkseid, as well as provides a much clearer idea of what’s happening and why.
– Shah Shahid, Comic YearsThe point is not to shovel plot information at the viewer. The point is to create a fantastic world where metaphors are real, and to give you time to roam around in it and savor all the details.
– Matt Zoller Seitz, RogerEbert.comI’m actually not clear on why Steppenwolf was banished in the first place, and this is one of the areas where I feel that Snyder’s version is actually worse than the original.
– Matt Rodriguez, ShakefireDO THE CHARACTERS FEEL MORE DEVELOPED?
The character work is easily one of the biggest pleasant surprises of the movie, as is the further exploration of Steppenwolf.
– Jenna Anderson, ComicBook.comThe character development helps immensely… While watching Snyder’s version, I had a lot of, “ohhh, I see, that makes sense now,” moments.
– Mike Ryan, UproxxIt allows for time to see these characters when they aren’t superheroes, and makes them more human as a result.
– Karen Han, SlateSnyder’s priority is in giving each character time to look cool as hell, but not necessarily in making the audience like them any more — except for Cyborg.
– Joshua Rivera, Polygon
(Photo by HBO Max)
DO ANY CHARACTERS STAND OUT?
Far and away, Cyborg [is] the best part of Zack Snyder’s Justice League.
– Sheraz Farooqi, ComicBook DebateFisher’s performance is the best in a film filled with strong acting.
– Matt Zoller Seitz, RogerEbert.comThis is a star making performance from the actor.
– Josh Wilding, ComicBookMovie.comIf there’s any reason to see this beyond curiosity, it’s for those wanting a Justice League movie where Cyborg is the (eventual) central character.
– Scott Mendelson, ForbesThe extra Cyborg scenes make him a more relatable character, they are also rather dull at times.
– Kaitlyn Booth, Bleeding CoolDOES IT FIX THE VILLAIN PROBLEM?
Steppenwolf is among the characters who are fleshed out. Now he’s less ‘standard CGI villain’ and more of a depressing dope who just wants to impress Darkseid.
– Mike Ryan, UproxxSteppenwolf never feels imposing… The big bad getting chewed out by his boss doesn’t exactly establish a terrifying villain.
– Sean Mulvihill, FanboyNationThe extra scenes explaining Steppenwolf only underline that he’s still a total dud.
– Angie Han, MashableHOW IS THE TONE OF THE FILM?
This new cut also wisely removes much of the original’s cheesy, ill-fitting jokiness, making for a smarter, more even experience.
– Rob Hunter, Film School RejectsA lot of the vaguely Whedonish wisecracks have made it intact; turns out the Flash’s awkward sense of humor was a rare element that both filmmakers could comfortably get behind.
– Angie Han, MashableThere’s also a sense of levity, with moments of humor… the tone isn’t quite the upbeat camp of Super Friends, or the stoicism of Snyder at his most serious, but something comfortably in the middle.
– Jenna Anderson, ComicBook.comHOW DOES THE MOVIE LOOK?
The filmmaker’s knack for striking visuals shows in the action set pieces, which play crisper and cleaner this time around.
– Angie Han, MashableThis has to be one of the most visually spellbinding comic-book movies ever made.
– Owen Gleiberman, VarietyThe superhero version of a symphonically grand, late-period silent epic… just scene after scene of impeccably composed panoramas.
– Matt Zoller Seitz, RogerEbert.com
WHAT ABOUT THE VISUAL EFFECTS?
The visual effects are particularly impressive in bringing both Steppenwolf and Darkseid to life, especially in the intricate detailing and purple hue of Steppenwolf’s armor.
– Nicola Austin, We Have a HulkOutside of one or two brief moments, the visual effects within that aesthetic are near-flawless, especially when it comes to Steppenwolf and Darkseid’s visual design.
– Jenna Anderson, ComicBook.comWe’re far too often treated to some pretty abysmal CG and digital matte work… the inconsistent quality of effects here is enough to threaten whiplash.
– Rob Hunter, Film School RejectsWhile there were some nicks and scratches in the heavy CGI moments, given that the team only had seven months to create 3,000 shots during a pandemic, this can be forgiven.
– Sheraz Farooqi, ComicBook DebateAND THE ACTION SCENES?
They’ve been staged with a supreme conviction that’s more Seven Samurai than super invincible.
– Owen Gleiberman, VarietyIn some instances, both action and quiet moments happen simultaneously, giving us a roller coaster of emotional reactions.
– Shah Shahid, Comic YearsThe action is free of any tangible stakes. There’s plenty of comic book action unfolding but it’s all weightless.
– Sean Mulvihill, FanboyNationThe final battle buries weightless digital oblivion under one laughable plot twist.
– Darren Franich, Entertainment WeeklyIS THE NEW SCORE BY JUNKIE XL BETTER?
In many ways a character of its own, Junkie XL’s score is masterful.
– Sheraz Farooqi, ComicBook DebateJunkie XL’s score is a rousing, ethereal mix of synth-fueled adrenaline and choral beauty alongside earlier Hans Zimmer tracks.
– Rob Hunter, Film School RejectsMostly, it works as a backing track for Snyder’s visual excess, but it’s still forgettable.
– Joshua Rivera, Polygon
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