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Deadpool and Wolverine: Nostalgic Overload, But What Else? SPOILERS

Deadpool and Wolverine was a difficult movie to rate. On one hand, it’s a fan's dream to see all these characters from superhero movies past—some even from movies that never got made—all battling it out on the same screen. But that’s the entire movie, really. It’s almost as if the plot exists solely to justify bringing these characters together for one big farewell.

Let me start with a bit of honesty: I’ve never been the biggest Deadpool fan. I don’t hate the character, but the constant 4th wall breaks get old fast. Sure, it’s funny at first—Deadpool is supposed to be irreverent and self-aware. But after a while, I found myself saying, "Okay, we get it, you can talk to the audience. Can we move on now?" There’s only so much self-referential humor I can take before it starts to feel forced.

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Action-Packed but Hollow

Deadpool and Wolverine is as wide as an ocean but as shallow as a puddle. There’s no shortage of exciting fights, hilarious one-liners, and epic cameos, but that’s where the substance ends. The plot is so paper-thin you could lace it through a keyhole. It feels like the writers were more interested in creating meme-worthy moments than telling an actual story. Which, yes I understand, that may be the point I suppose, but to me, that feels like a wasted venture then.

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Another Weak Villain: The Marvel Problem

The villain is another classic example of Marvel’s recurring issue: she’s a villain just to say she’s a villain. There’s no real motivation driving her actions, and her power set seems to change based on what the plot demands. Early in the film, she’s effortlessly tossing Deadpool and Wolverine around like rag dolls and killing another character by ripping their skin off. But when an entire band of would-be heroes storms her base later on, she just… sits there. For someone supposedly so powerful, her inactivity felt like lazy writing. It’s disappointing when a villain’s intelligence and abilities are only as strong as the scene requires.

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The Writing: Great Jokes, But at What Cost?

The writing is a tough one to dissect. The lines for the various superheroes brought back from past movies fit their roles well, and the cameos are undeniably fun. But the problem is that everything is treated like a joke. And when everything is a joke, nothing matters. There’s no weight, no stakes. I’m not even sure what consequences this movie has for the MCU, if any. Previous MCU movies made it clear that beings from different universes being in the wrong place could cause incursions. So, when Wolverine decides to stay in Deadpool’s universe, wouldn’t that completely mess things up down the line? Apparently not, because who cares when you’ve got more jokes to crack, right?

Seeing all the different versions of Deadpool throughout the years was a treat, but once again, it felt contrived. They’re all fighting each other until Peter shows up, and suddenly, everything is fine. It’s reminiscent of the infamous “Martha” moment in Batman v Superman, where a single shared name ends a brutal fight. It’s lazy storytelling at best and insulting at worst.

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Final Thoughts

Final Score: 5 out of 10. This movie was so, so hard to talk about because I legitimately loved and hated it at the same time. I had to settle in the middle with my rating. As an MCU movie, it’s easily one of the more enjoyable entries, with all the action, humor, and nostalgia we’ve come to expect. But as just a movie, it doesn’t hold up. With a flimsy plot, a story that works because it has to, and a climax that only resolves itself due to a misspoken word (yeah, I caught that), it just isn’t great. If this wasn’t part of the superhero/MCU juggernaut, it would have rated much lower.

Pros:

  • Nostalgia Overload: Seeing characters from superhero movies past and those never made was a treat for fans.
  • Action-Packed: Plenty of fights, cameos, and one-liners to keep you entertained.
  • Humor: The jokes mostly land, especially if you’re a fan of Deadpool’s irreverent style.

Cons:

  • Weak Plot: The story is paper-thin and relies too heavily on cameos to carry it.
  • Lazy Villain: The antagonist is underdeveloped, with inconsistent powers and unclear motivation.
  • Overuse of 4th Wall Breaks: Deadpool’s constant commentary gets old fast and undermines the stakes.
  • Lack of Consequences: The film treats everything as a joke, leaving you unsure of any real impact on the MCU.

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