I get it now. This is a movie that doesn't fall short of its high expectations, Captain Marvel is an interesting origin film that has long been expected. Going into this movie with all the positivism and negativity surrounding it really doesn't prepare you for the actual movie itself.
Visual and characteristically intriguing. Captain Marvel is one of those films that you enjoy in the moment, its escapism is truly gratifying as well as satisfying. Like many people have said, the cast was terrific, Larson and Jackson certainly made a good buddy-cop duo, reading and feeding off each other. However in certain parts of the movies, the acting falls a little flat, and left me wanting more out of the scenarios. Mendelsohn was a wonderfully addition to the cast and truly brought the humorous side of things to life.
The CGI, while not Oscar worthy or award worthy. The visuals of the Movie were captivating, drawing you into the film with appreciation. Again, in certain parts of the movies, the visuals and CGI fall a little below the mark of this excellent film. I feel that they could have done more with galatic scenes as they lacked a little depth.
Plot and pacing were what you would expect in an action-packed origin story. Moving fast enough not to lose the viewer, but not slow enough that I could really appreciate where this is all going. Captain Marvel's main goal in the release of this film was to push forward a single idea, replayed over and over in Larson's character's memories. "Strong, independence female lead, who can tough it out despite the naysayers and masochistic mindset that surrounds her."
Captain Marvel is a wonderfully entertaining film, with great plot and wonderful characterization. After watching the film, I can finally see where all the hype and negativity is laid.
I'll admit that it's message level is a little above that of Wonder Woman that dragged it's message across a little to lazily. Both movies had great female leads and I look forward to the next big superhero movie starring a female. I believe that something good is coming from these and will support it 100%.
I would rate the move 7.3 /10%