Morbius (2022)

Morbius is at its best when it leans into the moody, horror-tinged corners of the superhero genre, giving you a slick, nocturnal ride that feels more like a monster thriller than a quip machine. Daniel Espinosa keeps the pacing brisk and the visuals satisfyingly gothic, while Jared Leto plays the tragedy straight enough to sell the story’s central ache: a good man wrestling with a cure that comes with teeth. Matt Smith, meanwhile, brings a shot of wild, charismatic energy that makes the film perk up whenever he’s on screen, turning the rivalry into something enjoyably combustible. If you’re looking for a heavy, lore-dense comic epic you may find it lighter than expected, but if you want a stylish, pulpy, creature-feature spin on a Marvel antihero, it’s an easy, entertaining watch.

Morbius is clearly aiming for a sleek, tragic superhero-horror origin story about a brilliant man whose “cure” turns him into a monster, and on paper that’s a solid hook. In practice, the movie feels like it’s sprinting through plot points on autopilot, with choppy storytelling, thin character work, and action scenes that lean more on murky effects than memorable choreography. It takes itself very seriously while also spending a lot of energy teeing up franchise connections, which can leave you wondering where the personality and fun went. If you’re happy with a short, PG-13 vampire-flavored comic-book thriller and can enjoy Jared Leto and Matt Smith committing to the vibe, you might get a passable watch; if you want sharp writing, coherent momentum, or standout set pieces, this is likely to disappoint.