The Last Superhero Movie I Saw in the Theatre: A Personal Journey

I had the peculiar experience of reflecting on my last trip to the cinema for a superhero movie. The last superhero film I watched in the theatre was Black Adam. I must confess, I found it an exhilarating experience, especially the last scene. While I won’t spoil it for those who haven't seen it yet, it was truly masterful, bringing back some of my favorite superheroes in a thrilling and captivating way. Dwayne Johnson, widely known as The Rock, did an exceptionally great job bringing these characters to life. As an avid fan of superhero movies, with Doctor Strange being my absolute favorite, Black Adam left a lasting impression on me and there was no doubt it was an engaging experience.

Avengers Endgame and Captain Marvel

Reflecting back, I was surprised to find that my last trip to the cinema for a superhero film was actually Blade (1998), which is a bit of an anomaly in my superhero movie journey. Over the years, I have sought to avoid noisy and crowded spaces due to mental health issues, including bouts of claustrophobia. This has resulted in the last time I saw a movie in the theatre being way back in 2004. My experiences since then have been more solitary, watching cinema releases on DVD or streaming services like Amazon Prime.

Blade: My Outlier Cinema Experience

Despite my high resistance to superhero movies, I found myself completely engrossed in Blade. It was a great fun experience, filled with thrilling moments and shocking twists. This was in marked contrast to the last time I was in a cinema for a superhero film, where I decided to watch Avengers: Infinity War. As the movie went on, I noticed a significant decline in my interest, resulting in a decision to no longer invest in watching subsequent films in the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe).

Making Decisions About the MCU

When Thor: Ragnarok was released, I had high hopes based on the buzz around it. However, my experience was far from what the hype had suggested. The movie, while entertaining in its own right, wasn’t what I had expected. The handling of characters like Drax was, to put it gently, tone-deaf compared to the source material. On the other hand, I did genuinely enjoy the more lighthearted and engaging film, Guardians of the Galaxy. Despite its flaws, the film managed to capture the essence of what made the first one so magical, and I found myself genuinely entertained by its storyline and energy.

In conclusion, while I have many nostalgic and enjoyable memories of going to the cinema, my last trip was a significant deviation from the norm. However, the film that stands out from this experience is Black Adam. It’s a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of films to captivate audiences, even when one is not a regular cinema-goer. From here on out, my superhero film adventures will likely be limited to home viewing, but the experience of Black Adam will surely be something I will cherish forever.