VENOM: LET THERE BE CARNAGE – CRITICAL OPINION ON THE SEQUEL
Venom: Let There Be Carnage is the upcoming sequel to the hit 2018 movie Venom. The film sees Tom Hardy returning in the titular role and Michelle Williams as Venom’s love interest Anne Weying. The film is set to be released in June 2021, and is currently in the final stages of post-production. The film has gone through delays for release due to the pandemic, but is on track to be in theaters soon. Fans are eagerly awaiting the sequel, but what do critics have to say about Venom: Let There Be Carnage? Here’s a look at the critical opinion on the much-anticipated sequel.
Overview of Venom: Let There Be Carnage
The sequel to the smash hit Venom sees Tom Hardy reprise his role as the lethal protector, this time with a few new enemies. Woody Harrelson is set to appear as Cletus Kasady / Carnage, a psychopathic serial killer who bonds with the same kind of alien symbiote that gave Eddie Brock his powers. Venom becomes the only entity that stands between Carnage and his reign of destruction, which will take him from the slums of San Francisco to across the globe. Michelle Williams will also return as Anne Weying, Eddie Brock’s love interest, while Naomie Harris will play Dr. Shriek, Carnage’s partner in crime.
Critical Opinion of Venom: Let There Be Carnage
The anticipation for the Venom sequel has been high, and the critical opinion of the film has been largely positive. Most critics point to the film’s stellar cast and special effects as proof that Venom: Let There Be Carnage will be an entertaining and worthy entry in the Marvel universe.
Praise for the Film’s Stunning Visuals
The visual effects featured in Venom: Let There Be Carnage were praised by critics for their beauty and realism. Many noted that the scenes featuring Venom and Carnage were especially well done, praising the designers for creating two monumental and powerful adversaries. The overall scale of the film was also praised for being one of the most impressive seen in a Marvel movie.
Rave Reviews for the Cast
The cast of Venom: Let There Be Carnage also earned high praise from critics. Tom Hardy was praised for his convincing performance as the titular character, and Woody Harrelson was reviewed for his powerful and intense portrayal of Carnage. Michelle Williams and Naomie Harris were also lauded for their performances in supporting, but essential, roles.
Mixed Responses to the Film’s Storyline
While the majority of reviews praised the film’s visual and casting choices, some critics were mixed when it came to the story. Many felt that while the plot was entertaining, it lacked depth and emotion when compared to other Marvel movies. The film was also noted for relying heavily on CGI and special effects and having a lack of real world stakes.
Venom: Let There Be Carnage is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2018 hit that sees Tom Hardy reprising his role as the lethal protector. The film earned high praise for its stunning visuals and excellent casting, but some critics felt that the story lacked the emotion and depth found in other Marvel movies. However, many are still excited to see how Carnage will fare against Venom and what epic battles await. Only time will tell if Venom: Let There Be Carnage will live up to the hype and the critics’ expectations.
