When the 2017 "Justice League" hit theaters, I sat through its two-hour runtime and was left unimpressed - so much so that I barely remember any of it. Fast forward to yesterday, and after watching the 4-hour long "Zack Snyder’s Justice League," it felt like an entirely different film. Honestly, I was wiped out after that marathon, but it was worth every minute.
This version of the movie was more engaging, visually striking, and overall more convincing than what we saw four years ago. The extended runtime gave the storylines, particularly those of Flash and Cyborg, much-needed room to breathe. I barely recalled Amber Heard’s brief appearance in the original, but in Snyder’s cut, everyone gets more screen time, making for a richer, more satisfying experience. The cast is stellar - just when you think you’ve seen all the big names, another one pops up. The action sequences were better choreographed and more intense, so if you’re a DC fan, you’re in for a real treat.
Cyborg and Flash really shine in this version with more screen time, and their characters feel more developed.
Particularly, the action ramps up significantly in Part 6, packed with epic battles and plenty of bloodshed. Each hero’s role is clearer, and their personalities are more fleshed out, which is a major improvement over the theatrical version. The extended runtime works in its favor, though I’ll admit the first three parts can feel a bit sluggish, especially when you’re at home with all the distractions around. One thing I didn’t love was Snyder’s overuse of slow-motion shots - it got old fast. And the soundtrack? A bit too dramatic at times. Dialing both down would’ve improved the overall pacing and tone.
What really caught my attention was the ending, which felt almost like a sequel, packed into a 20-minute epilogue. If this had been shown in theaters, it could easily have passed for an after-credits scene. Snyder teases some exciting new characters, leaving fans hungry for more. After four years of waiting, "Zack Snyder’s Justice League" truly delivers for fans. No matter what critics say, this event stands as a unique moment in cinema. It might even pave the way for more directors to revisit old films, giving them a new lease on life and capturing millions of viewers all over again.
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