Before we go into the review, we just want to reveal that Marvel Cinematic Universe has never tackled mental health issues explicitly. If course, avengers endgame showed the grief and depression of Thor, moon Knight narrated the story of a man with Dissociative Identity Disorder. But except for 'Moon Knight', all those MCU characters' mental health was secondary to the plot of the project. In 'Thunderbolts*', Mental health is addressed in the main story.
Even though the movie is about several characters, the main story is about Yelena and the mysterious Bob (Lewis Pullman). The rest of them just appear as supporting characters including Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan). Florence Pugh is once again masterful as Yelena and she shines in her role. Pullman as Bob is equally endearing and fascinating to watch as his tragic past unfolds throughout the movie. 
Additionally, compared to his appearance in Black Widow, David Harbour's red Guardian is written in a far more chaotically honest manner. As an MCU veteran, Sebastian Stan's Bucky Barnes makes a triumphant comeback. These days, Bucky's cool demeanor comes naturally to him. Ghost, played by Hannah John-Kamen, is maybe the Thunderbolts team's underappreciated member, but she still adds a fun dry humor to keep the group dynamic balanced. 
Additionally, Thunderbolts* makes an impression on a thematic level, handling its themes of depression, loneliness, and suicidal thoughts with considerable care.  This film's very sincere message and dedication to that central issue are a welcome surprise, considering Marvel has a history of undermining serious themes with cheesy humor and pointless action.  In Thunderbolts*, every character is battling both internal and external issues.  Through human connection rather than a dazzling, laser-show third act, the story resolves these emotional quandaries.  It's possible that this is the most cohesive MCU movie in a long time. 
Although at moments it seemed like Thunderbolts* could have been any film about a band of renegade spies, its effectiveness was enhanced by the inclusion of people I've come to know and care about.  As such, it's one of the few films that both casual Marvel fans and ardent admirers may enjoy.  It's a team-up worth seeing and appreciating, but it's not exactly an Avengers movie since it's dirtier and darker than those MCU pictures. 
Thunderbolts* is the Marvel movie the MCU needs right now. It's a little messy and imperfect, but it has a good heart and we are excited about the future of MCU in Phase 6
Overall, A Quintessential Marvel movie & One Of The Biggest Surprises Of 2025

Ratings: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Thunderbolts Movie Review

SIBY JEYYA

01/05/2025 12:05 AM