Review: Spider-Man: Brand New Day reminds us that superhero movies can be good

Ars Technica finds Spider-Man: Brand New Day a rare exception in a genre its critic typically finds middling or dull. Starring Tom Holland and directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film works by grounding its action in character development and emotional resonance rather than relying purely on spectacle—proof that superhero movies can still deliver genuine quality when the human element remains central.

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