Doctor Strange Movie Review

Movie Analysis & Review

Doctor Strange, released on 25 October 2016, is an Action, Adventure, Fantasy film (Released) with a runtime of 115 minutes. Produced by Marvel Studios in United States of America. Directed by Scott Derrickson, the movie features performances by Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Wong, Mads Mikkelsen, Tilda Swinton, Michael Stuhlbarg, Benjamin Bratt. The film had a budget of $180.0 million and grossed $676.3 million.
Plot Summary: After his career is destroyed, a brilliant but arrogant surgeon gets a new lease on life when a sorcerer takes him under her wing and trains him to defend the world against evil.

Cast and Crew

Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Wong, Mads Mikkelsen, Tilda Swinton, Michael Stuhlbarg, Benjamin Bratt
Crew: Hunter Elliott (Visual Effects Coordinator), Tsuyoshi Abe (Stunt Double), Tracey Eddon (Stunts), Casey Michaels (Stunts), Kachina Dechert (Stunts), Leo Woodruff (Stunt Double), Gui DaSilva-Greene (Stunt Double), Ginger McCarthy (Stunts)
Director: Scott Derrickson

Overview of Doctor Strange

Release Date: 2016-10-25
Runtime: 115 min
Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Status: Released
Budget: $180,000,000
Revenue: $676,343,174
Production: Marvel Studios
Countries: United States of America
Certification (IN): UA
OTT Providers: JioHotstar
Keywords: magic, superhero, training, time, based on comic, sorcerer, doctor, neurosurgeon, wizard, aftercreditsstinger, duringcreditsstinger, marvel cinematic universe (mcu), suspenseful
External: IMDB

Story & Plot

After his career is destroyed, a brilliant but arrogant surgeon gets a new lease on life when a sorcerer takes him under her wing and trains him to defend the world against evil.

Trailer

Reviews

iheardthatmoviewas: With each new Marvel film one could expect the studio to push the limits of what a superhero film should consist of. Films such as Captain America: Winter Solider, Guardians of the Galaxy and Ant-Man all consisted of elements that we have never seen within a superhero film before. Now, Marvel Studio…

Frank Ochieng: All continues to be well in the Marvel Comics Universe as the film adaptation of another mischievous and majestic superhero from Stan Lee’s printed page empire emerges and reigns supreme on the big screen. The latest cure from the Marvel movie bag of explosive tricks is the entry of the dazzling and…

Gimly: Though the core events may not be anything new for the MCU, particularly in so far as its origin stories go (Stephen Strange's A-to-B is virtually identical to Tony Stark's in the first _Iron Man_ film) the psychedelic filter through which we experience these events is entirely fresh!

Not all of …

Kalim432: I will begin this by saying I was hyped about this film since it was announced because I was always attracted to magic and the supernatural and Doctor Strange is one of my favorite Marvel superheroes.
PLOT:A simple enough story,a brilliant surgeon's journey from the peak of his career to a ruined …

Reno: **When a science person was the chosen one in the spiritual world!**

You would have not expected it from this director if you had seen his previous films. This was based on the Marvel comics that I haven't touched. So basically I had high expectation to witness another side of Marvel universe wit…

Per Gunnar Jonsson: It is actually quite some time since I watched Doctor Strange but somehow the movie must have slipped between the cracks since I appear to have forgotten to review it. So I am about to remedy that now. To put it in simple terms: This is an excellent movie. It is a wonderful display of magical firewo…

Watcher: I thought marvel was going to far with all the releases.I was right about this one,Dr Strange was like Inception on DMT.Far to much CGI!.And for the story it started off in the right direction then it just ended up going STRANGE.All in all worth a look.But nothing special.

tmdb44006625: It was only a matter of time before magic and time travel found their way into the MCU, but Doctor Strange is a really well put together origin story on a character that could have been a mess to adapt as a film. Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Mads Mikkelsen, along with the Benedicts give the fil…

StevenGarcia: Doctor Strange gave me an Inception vibe with effects that were much on a grander scale. I'm a Nolan fan and even after seeing Dr. Strange, I'm impressed.

AndrewMartinez: This movie might give DCEU a run for their money. Doctor Strange is a personal best for 2016. Great watch!

KennethRobinson: "Dormammu! I came to bargain! I hear the discounts are out of this dimension!" Kidding aside, this movie had stunning visuals, I never thought I'd enjoy. Marvel keeps improving their game I hope the other studious are paying attention.

GeorgeClark: The quest for self and truth is heavily built into this movie and that's one thing that's innately relatable for all of us. I'm pretty stoked on how Doctor Strange integrates into the Marvel-verse and I am on the edge of my seat for the next Marvel movie! We are not savages.

KevinRodriguez1: Magic always has a cost. The team behind Doctor Strange knew that and never bargained! The visuals and storytelling do me in. This movie is a must-watch whether which side of the universes you're with.

BrianLewis: Benedict Cumberbatch is one actor who never disappoints. Another iconic character he nailed so well he's embedded Doctor Stephen Strange into the moviegoer's consciousness. Awesome movie!

EdwardLee: I was not prepared for the visuals this movie offered. Nevertheless, I absorbed it in its full glory. It was easy to enjoy this movie not only because of its visuals but also because of the quirkiness and lovable characters. A must-watch!

RonaldWalker: Doctor Strange was a delight to watch. Like the doctor's cape, the dialogues were powerful all while more visual tricks were readied up on the sleeves. Marvel studios worked their magic again with this movie!

TimothyHall: Hats and capes tipped to Scott Derrickson for directing such a great movie! I can't wait for Doctor Strange's next flick as well as his role in the Avengers team! Kudos!!!!!

JasonAllen1: I loved how they choreographed the scenes in this movie. Action-packed and with visuals that don't let up. Please stay for the post-credit clip.

RyanHernandez: Benedict Cumberbatch's portrayal as Stephen Strange was flawless. The arrogance, the confidence, the humor. He's really into it.

GaryWright: The optical illusion was psychedelic and mind-blowing! Every time they did that, I'm amazed.

Recommendations

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Captain America: Civil War, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Thor: Ragnarok, Spider-Man: Homecoming

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