Ryan Reynolds Is A Good, um "Good Guy"
“Green Lantern” takes its origins and its genre seriously, but as a film, it doesn’t take itself too seriously. When Hal Jordan (aka: The Green Lantern) seems surprised that his girlfriend recognizes him in spite of his paper thin green mask, she says what no female ever says in these films (I’m talking to you, Lois Lane) by answering, “Hal, I’ve known you my entire life, you think I wouldn’t recognize you because I can’t see your cheek bones?” That’s the vibe I’m talking about, summed up in one line.
Continue reading my review here: Why “Green Lantern” Outshines X-Men and THOR
“Green Lantern” is the film version of the long running comic book series. Story is about a test pilot who is chosen by a magic ring when the alien who had the ring crashes to earth and dies. Mostly smoke, special effects, and strange creatures. Our superhero overcomes his fears and saves the day.
GRADE = “C”