Marvel Cinematic Universe

6 Of The Highest Grossing Superhero Origin Stories Of All Time

Oct 142017

Superhero movies are always a treat to our eyes. After all, we all grew up dreaming of becoming a superhero with the ability to wipe out evil. DC and Marvel’s cinematic universe has truly added fodder to our imagination, by bringing these characters out of the comic books and onto the big screen.

Be it an otherworldly demigod who has special powers or an eccentric billionaire who can create an army of ‘Otherworldly creatures,’ we have seen it all. These movies not only captured our hearts and imagination, but also got the bank rolling.

1. Spider-Man: Homecoming ($879.1 Million)

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Tom Holland as Spider-Man didn’t have too many takers, but when he stepped into the superhero’s shoes, he stunned critics with his performance. The effort to make the movie different from all the previous installments also worked for the team as they went on to earn more than any of the previous movies which featured Spider-Man. Now that sounds like one hell of a successful job. The second part is scheduled to release in the second half of 2019.

2. Wonder Woman ($821.2 Million)

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This movie was a total game-changer for DC. From being loved by critics to the viewers, this movie created a buzz across the globe. Gal Gadot, as Wonder Woman, received massive critical acclaim for her acting while director, Patty Jenkins, was praised by everyone for her skilled handling of the character. ‘Wonder Woman’ went on to become the highest grossing movie ever directed by a woman. ‘Wonder Woman 2’ is scheduled to release in 2019.

3. Deadpool ($783.1 Million)

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Our favourite R-rated antihero, Deadpool, is third on this list. The film received praise for staying true to the comic books. Reynolds was loved for his comic timing and better approach to acting than in Green Lantern. It also received several nominations and awards. Deadpool 2 is scheduled for an early 2018 release.

4. Doctor Strange ($677 Million)

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‘Doctor Strange’ was a feast for our eyes, owing to the visual effects implemented in the movie. Such was the quality that it was even nominated for an Academy Award for its use of visual effects. A part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Strange is now expected to make an appearance in the next ‘Avengers’ movie.

5. Thor ($449.3 Million)

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Part-god, part-superhero, ‘Thor’, was introduced to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2011 as the fourth film of the franchise. Since then, it has had a sequel in 2013, and the third film, ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ is set to hit the theatres this year. Any ‘Thor’ fan here?

6. Batman Begins ($374.2 Million)

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With the first part of ‘The Dark Knight’ trilogy, Christopher Nolan used ‘Batman Begins’ to re-introduce Bruce Wayne and Batman to the world. With a darker undertone than the previous Batman movies and a concentration towards building Batman more than his enemies, ‘Batman Begins’ is hailed as one of the best superhero films ever made. And well, we couldn’t agree more. The story-arc came to an end with ‘The Dark Knight Rises’, which released in 2012.

Best Of 2017: 6 Top-Rated Movies On Rotten Tomatoes

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Sep 012017

In terms of movies, 2017 witnessed the release of some extraordinary ones, which not only were appreciated by the audience worldwide but were also critically acclaimed. If you often find yourself mindlessly going through a list of movies– before realizing that you no longer have time to actually watch a film, we have good news for you. You don’t have to do the hard work involved in finding a good movie; we’ve done it for you.

If you are a movie buff, you must already know what Rotten Tomatoes is. In case you are not, Rotten Tomatoes is essentially a review aggregator website for films and TV shows. It collects online reviews from writers who are certified members of various writing guilds or film critic associations so rest assured, you’re in good hands.

Taking the best out of the lot, we are here with a list of the top-rated movies released in 2017 as per Rotten Tomatoes:

1. Dunkirk

These 2017 Movies Have The Highest Ratings On Rotten Tomatoes © Warner Bros

Any film directed by Christopher Nolan raises a lot of expectations and ‘Dunkirk’ definitely met all of them. A thriller set during the World War II, Dunkirk is about the evacuation of Allied troops from the French city of Dunkirk before Nazi forces take hold. What makes it a must watch is the fact that the story is told from three perspectives – land, sea, and air – with minimal dialogue.

On the Tomatometer: 93%

2. Wonder Woman

These 2017 Movies Have The Highest Ratings On Rotten Tomatoes © Wonder Woman

A badass princess, who is trained to be an unconquerable warrior, decides to uses her superpowers to the full potential in order to restore peace in the world. If this plot doesn’t interest you, we don’t know what will!

Directed by Patty Jenkins, and starring the stunning Gal Gadot, this action adventure is epic, in every possible way.

On the Tomatometer: 92%

3. Spider-Man: Homecoming

A reboot of the Spider-Man franchise, a sequel to ‘Captain America: Civil War’ and the sixteenth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, ‘Spider-Man Homecoming’ reinvigorated the faith of true Spidey fans. Peter Parker/Spider-Man is exploring the idea of becoming an Avenger, under the watchful eye of his new mentor, Tony Stark. He tries hard to adapt to his daily, normal routine but when a new villain emerges, everything that he holds most important is threatened.

On the Tomatometer: 92%

4. War For The Planet of The Apes

The 3rd part in the Planet of the Apes series is truly a marvel in terms of CGI and visual effects. Caeser goes on a journey to stop a war between his apes and an army of humans, while he also tries to fight his darker side. Watch it and witness an epic battle between both the species that will determine the future of the planet.

On the Tomatometer: 93%

5. Marjorie Prime

Imagine a service creating holographic projections of late family members that you could interact with? ‘Marjorie Prime’s’ story revolves around this very concept where an 86-year-old woman spends her final days with a computerized version of her late husband. Their interactions however, help the family to rebuild its past. This one might play with your mind and feelings but, in the most beautiful and soulful way possible.

On the Tomatometer: 92%

6. A Ghost Story

The basic plot which revolves around a white-sheeted ghost returns to his suburban home to try to reconnect with his bereft wife, might sound a little silly and even childish to some. But in reality, this movie is much more than your clichéd horror story. This bold and powerful piece of cinema involves exploration of love and loss, and will make you question the enormity of existence. Casey Afleck stars in this haunting tale of loss and the afterlife.

On the Tomatometer: 92%