SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE Review Roundup

The web-slinger is back with a dazzling sequel that promises to take us on an exhilarating journey through multiple dimensions. As the first installment, "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse," captured our hearts with its groundbreaking animation and heartfelt storytelling, expectations are soaring high for the sequel. In this article, we will dive into the early reviews from critics and fans alike, exploring the web of opinions surrounding this much-anticipated film. So, swing into action as we uncover the buzz surrounding "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" and discover if it lives up to the hype!

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USA TODAY (Brian Truitt)
'The buddy dynamic between Miles and Peter Parker (Jake Johnson) was one of the highlights of the 2018 movie, though it’s sidelined here as Peter returns in a backup role (and with a new Spider-baby in tow). This time around, heartfelt moments between Miles and Gwen as well as Miles and his mom show the youngster maturing at the same time he learns truths about the multiverse and faces an existential crisis, as “Across the Spider-Verse” builds toward a whopper of a climax.'

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ROGER EBERT (Brian Tallerico)
'Mediocre sequels repeat what came before, knowing that fans will return for more of the same. Great sequels build on what came before, enriching themes and setting the table for what’s to come. I wish that we weren’t seemingly in a blockbuster era of non-endings, but I feel like “Across the Spider-Verse” earns its open conclusion. It’s not just a way to guarantee that ticket buyers return. It’s not a threat to finish an incomplete story. It’s a promise to continue one that’s already so rewarding.'

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SCREEN CRUSH (Matt Singer)
'Certainly the pace of Across the Spider-Verse is slower than its predecessor. The story’s a bit shaggier as well. But the larger canvas also gives directors Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson more room to explore the tortured psyches of Miles, Gwen, and Miguel, and to expand Into the Spider-Verse’s already eye-popping animation in even more audacious directions.

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INVERSE.COM (ERIC FRANCISCO)
'Even when not at all expectations set by Into the Spider-Verse are met, Across the Spider-Verse nimbly weaves an intricate all-ages blockbuster with rare style and aplomb. It is both magnificent and exhausting, sometimes all at once. While a confirmed threequel will be the one to actually make what feels like an impossible landing, for now, Across the Spider-Verse swings above even the loftiest expectations that even its faults — a busybody plot, a baffling cliffhanger, and the sorely felt absence of transcendent set-pieces with masterful needle drops — aren’t enough to collapse this delicate interpretation of Spider-Man’s mythology.'

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VARIETY (Owen Glieberman)
'They’ve done it. “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” doesn’t just extend the tale of Miles Morales. The film advances that story into newly jacked-up realms of wow-ness that make it a genuine spiritual companion piece to the first film. That one spun our heads and then some; this one spins our heads even more (and would fans, including me, have it any other way?).'

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​CINEMA BLEND (VIDEO REVIEW)

In the end, the film amassed an excellent score of 95% from 44 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. 

​As the credits roll and the final web is slung, it's clear that "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" has captured the hearts of both critics and fans once again. From its breathtaking animation to its emotionally resonant storytelling, this sequel has managed to surpass the sky-high expectations set by its predecessor. Critics have hailed it as a triumphant achievement, praising its inventive narrative, vibrant visuals, and compelling characters. Fans, too, have been enamored by the film's ability to take them on a thrilling ride through the Spider-Verse, leaving them eagerly anticipating what lies ahead. With its winning combination of heart, humor, and heroics, "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" is set to become a modern classic in the realm of superhero cinema. So, mark your calendars and prepare to be entangled in the web of this extraordinary cinematic adventure. Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is back, and he's swinging into the hearts of audiences around the world!

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