Well after an initial leak, Marvel has official released the teaser trailer to "Avengers: Age of Ultron" (above). The highly anticipated sequel to the 2012 box office mega-hit "The Avengers". As a fan, I am happy that I am able to see the trailer a whole week before it's original release date. However, I do feel bad that Marvel has to change plans and rush their release because of a few hackers. REGARDLESS, it's here and below are my highlights, thoughts and insights regarding our first glimpse of "Avengers: Age of Ultron".
- First of all, I thought it looked really good A great teaser trailer (I believe this is what was basically shown at San Diego Comic Con) - in anticipation of this movie, I have been keeping close tabs on basic plot points and details regarding this movie. I have liked everything I have heard so far, and this trailer is a good first step to confirming the awesomeness I expect to come in May.
- Trailer has a dark and complex tone. This is what I was looking to see, and I hope it's something that carries throughout the film. (Obviously still having some of the Marvel humor we've come to love). In the broader sense however, I have a feeling this movie will drastically change the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This looks like a logical next step in the series, and a situation we want to see our heroes in. Their backs really against the walls, hope dwindling, and being truly horrified of what has taken place.
- Ultron - Looks and sounds badass. Even though James Spader didn't change his voice very much, I still think it works. Spader has such a creepy, chilling voice that it makes you immediately nervous and on the edge of your seat to hear what he will say next. While he speaks of having no strings attached, and the Pinocchio music plays in the background...you get the sense that this is going to be like no other villain we have seen in the MCU. Now onto his look...we got a lot of different shots (stages) of Ultron. I believe that's because he will evolve, update, and build as the movie progress (as he gets stronger). If you don't know, and this isn't a spoiler, but Ultron will be created from Tony Stark's technology. That is why he has a resemblance to Iron Man, and an evil robot. We also got a quick glimpse of his army flying around...so that should be fun.
- An Ultron army brings me to my next point, Tony Stark is feeling guilt. We can see in the trailer that Tony feels somewhat responsible for what is happening, and I think he also feels guilt for partially helping create Ultron. In Iron Man 3, we can see that Tony is mentally shaken from what happened in the first "Avengers", and now this sequel may take him over the edge. Which could lead perfectly into the rumors surrounding Captain America 3 and future Marvel movies. *Warning: potential spoilers until the end of this paragraph: *There are reports that Iron Man will appear in Captain America 3 because those two will be against each other (Civil War), based on what happens in "Avengers: Age of Ultron". Long story short, The Government enacts a law that controls all super heros to work for them and reveal their identities. Obviously some won't be in favor of that, like Captain America, and I'm thinking Tony Stark may want to hand his stuff over and help the government because of what happens in "Avengers: Age Ultron"*
- 'Hulkbuster' Iron Man Armor - This is our first live action look at Tony Stark's 'Hulkbuster' Armor, and I think it looks pretty awesome. It's looking like Hulk may go rouge, and Iron Man will be there to shut him down. I'm excited to see that fight happen, how it will end, and what capabilities that suit has. Many possibilities there...
- Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch -We finally get to see Aaron Taylor Johnson and Elizabeth Olsen in their roles as Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch. These characters were teased in the post-credit scene of Captain American 2, and described as "miracles" and "the twins". For those who don't know, Quicksilver has super speed and Scarlet Witch has somewhat magical abilities. I don't have much to comment on their appearance in the trailer, but I thought they looked fine, and not too corny (which is what I was a little worried about). Their outfits look very grounded in reality, which is good.
- Finally, loved the Andy Serkis cameo. Who the hell is his character?
This teaser definitely got me excited for the movie, and left me wanted more- exactly the point of a teaser. Good job Marvel, keep it up.
-The Beef
