Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)

The critic hails it as among the very best of the Marvel bunch for its keenly observed high-school comedy and brilliantly constructed body with no wasted frames. It singles out Tom Holland's nuanced performance as the web-like glue holding the action and teen drama together.

The critic calls the film a crowd-pleasing triumph and a whip-smart teen movie, crediting Tom Holland's charming central performance. They single out the self-contained storytelling, Michael Keaton's nuanced Vulture and the focus on high-school life for praise.

The critic finds the film exuberant and fun, with Holland delivering a delightful, athletic take on Peter Parker that makes the high-school superhero story feel fresh and engaging. It highlights the zinging gags, strong character moments and overall sense that Spidey has a spring in his step again.

The review calls it the best Spider-Man film since Raimi’s Spider-Man 2, crediting Tom Holland’s endearing performance and Jon Watts’ light touch for ditching angst in favor of a cool, funny remix that feels fresh. It singles out the small-scale high-school moments and witty action sequences for praise.

The critic calls it the breeziest, most convivial Marvel movie in ages, praising its friendly-neighborhood focus, witty action, and strong performances especially from Tom Holland and Michael Keaton. It returns to simpler superheroics without heavy angst.

The critic praises the reboot as irreverent, intimate and wrenching, highlighting its debt to Buffy the Vampire Slayer and strong ensemble performances, especially Tom Holland as a winsome yet hard-scrabble Peter Parker. The high-school setting, sharp humor and focus on Peter and his friends stand out as particular strengths.

The critic calls it a bright and breezy teen-flick-meets-action-movie that narrows the Marvel universe to something local and intimate. It singles out Tom Holland's likable performance and the blend of humour, pathos and antics, while noting some blurry action and lost supporting characters.

The review sees the film as a step forward for Marvel by leaning into genre conventions and high-school elements to keep things fresh. It notes it should have been more John Hughes but still figures out a way to refresh the superhero formula.

The critic describes it as a fun, likable coming-of-age tale and solid reboot that may surpass the previous attempt. It singles out Tom Holland's believable portrayal and Michael Keaton as a fleshed-out villain, while noting the air of familiarity and MCU constraints.

The critic praises Jon Watts's smart direction and a seamless script for turning Spider-Man into a humble high-school hero focused on doing the right thing. It highlights the film's character-driven rescues and down-to-earth approach over spectacle.

The film is likable and amusing as a return for the character, focusing on Peter Parker as a teenager figuring out his powers amid school and home demands. It works best in its light, good-natured teen story but occasionally strains with forced airiness.

The critic praises the reboot as an old-fashioned teen movie buoyed by Tom Holland's puppyish performance and lively set pieces. They highlight the high-school focus and supporting characters while noting it refreshes the formula effectively.

The critic finds the film occasionally exciting but often frustrating due to corporate strategy and an over-integrated MCU feel. Tom Holland's winning performance as Peter Parker stands out amid script issues and too many writers.

The film is uneven, with strong stunt work and one of the series' most sympathetic villains in Michael Keaton's Vulture, but it pushes the teen protagonist too hard into frantic, clichéd territory. It finds its pace by the end despite distractions from the Marvel integration.

Tom Holland plays Peter as an awkward, ordinary teen superhero-in-training, making the film a mildly diverting YA-flavored reboot that feels distinctive after prior entries. The action has casual buoyancy and roots for the hero's perseverance, though the approach is often rote and the character innocuous.

The movie undercuts its coming-of-age story about learning restraint with powers by hedging and seeking approval in ways that mirror what the hero supposedly overcomes. It results in an oblivious, saccharine film that praises the military-industrial complex while effacing real distinctions among characters.

Hails it as a charming and hilarious John Hughes-style high school comedy that makes Holland the best on-screen Spider-Man yet and avoids common reboot pitfalls with strong supporting performances. Singles out the tense Washington Monument sequence and grounded villain for praise.

The critic calls it a spectacular return for the webslinger that integrates high school life with superhero action in the MCU. They praise Tom Holland's performance and the authentic high school elements along with strong action sequences.

The critic finds the film a funnier, more teen-oriented take that feels punchy, laugh-filled and exciting. He singles out Tom Holland’s fresh-faced buoyancy and earnest teen energy for placing the story in John Hughes territory.

The critic calls the film fun and joyous, noting it forges its own identity in the MCU through humor and a focus on Peter as a neighborhood hero rather than high-stakes angst. They single out Tom Holland's eager performance and the grounded, character-driven story for praise.

The critic calls it a clever reboot and high-flying franchise success that works as a coming-of-age story pitched to a new generation. He singles out Tom Holland’s handling of the dual role with humor and wonder.

Praises the film as a strong high school movie grounded in Peter Parker's teenage life, with sharp comedy, excellent casting including Tom Holland, and a fresh neighbourhood focus. Notes it loses some relatability when shifting to larger-scale superhero action and effects.

Calls the zippy reboot an improvement over predecessors by embedding itself in the MCU while staying light and focusing on a teenager's ambitions. Praises gripping action set pieces and Holland's likeability but notes female characters are underused.

The review notes the film's modest charm set in Queens with small-scale stakes and a happy-to-be-there vibe, contrasting prior angst-ridden versions. It singles out Michael Keaton's compelling, relatable villain and the light, glib tone for praise.