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VENOM (2018) MOVIE REACTION – WAY MORE FUN THAN EXPECTED! – FIRST TIME WATCHING – REVIEW

The Media KnightsThe Media Knights·42,021 views·Jul 29, 2026

Score and analysis

5.3
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Summary

The Media Knights provide a reaction to Venom (2018), finding it more fun than expected and highlighting Tom Hardy's performance as Eddie Brock and Venom.They compare the film to Upgrade and Spider-Man 3, noting similarities and differences in tone and character portrayal.While praising the Venom/Eddie dynamic and action sequences, they critique the villain Carlton Drake's lack of depth and the PG-13 rating's limitations.Ultimately, they recommend the film for its entertainment value and compelling central relationship, expressing eagerness for a sequel.

Breakdown

The creators directly compare Venom to Spider-Man 3 and Upgrade, noting similarities in tone and character dynamics.They also discuss how this iteration of Venom differs from previous comic book versions and the impact of Spider-Man's absence.
The creators express their personal enjoyment of the film, acknowledging both positive aspects like Tom Hardy's performance and the Venom/Eddie dynamic, as well as areas they felt could be improved, such as the villain's depth and the PG-13 rating.
The creators provide a comprehensive reaction to the film's plot, character arcs, and thematic elements, including discussions on the villain Carlton Drake and the central Eddie Brock/Venom relationship.They conclude with their overall thoughts on the movie and its potential for sequels.
The creators discuss their expectations for Venom based on prior films like Spider-Man 3 and the movie Upgrade.They analyze the film's tone, horror elements, and character interpretations, comparing it to other media.
The creators express their enjoyment of the film and state they would watch a sequel, indicating a positive recommendation.They highlight the entertaining aspects like the Venom/Eddie dynamic and action sequences as reasons for viewers to engage with the movie.
The Media Knights maintain clear audio throughout their reaction, allowing viewers to hear both the film's dialogue and their commentary.Visuals are consistently framed on the speakers, with no noticeable camera shake or distracting editing.

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