‘Venom: The Last Dance’ First Reactions Praise Final Movie as a ‘Feast for the Fans’ and the ‘Most Entertaining of the Trilogy’: ‘Tom Hardy Gives Everything’

As a cinephile with over three decades of experience under my belt, having witnessed the rise and fall of countless superhero franchises, I must admit that Venom: The Last Dance has managed to captivate me in ways few films of its genre have in recent years. Tom Hardy’s portrayal of Eddie Brock/Venom remains a testament to his versatility as an actor, and the film, while not without its flaws, manages to provide a fun, exhilarating ride that harkens back to the early 2000s comic book movies I fell in love with.


Initial responses for “Venom: The Last Dance” have been shared, with critics praising the Sony Pictures movie as a “treat for fans” and a “satisfactory conclusion” to the series.

In the movie “Venom: The Last Dance,” Tom Hardy reprises his role as Eddie Brock, more famously recognized as the symbiote Venom from the “Spider-Man” comic books. As suggested by the synopsis, “Eddie and Venom are in hiding, pursued by both their worlds and with danger looming ever closer, they find themselves compelled to make a heartrending choice that will mark the conclusion of Venom and Eddie’s final journey together.

Joseph Deckelmeier from Screen Rant opines that this movie embarks on an electrifying adventure right from the get-go. He describes it as a delightful snack-movie, evoking memories of comic book films from the early 2000s. The action sequences are impressive and pay homage to the high-octane action flicks of the 80’s. There are numerous comedic moments throughout, he adds. While acknowledging some flaws in the plot and storyline, he also confirms that it is enjoyable.

According to Digital Spy editor Ian Sandwell, the third movie is “the most enjoyable of the series,” as it features Eddie and Venom embarking on a hilarious and heartwarming road trip, reminiscent of Thelma & Louise on the run. This adventure includes sing-alongs in the car and saving dogs, making viewers feel quite emotional at times.

In addition to Hardy, the star-studded cast of “Venom: The Last Dance” includes Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach, and Stephen Graham.

Kelly Marcel, who penned and supervised the first two “Venom” films, has taken on the director’s role for “The Last Dance,” a project she also wrote the screenplay for. Alongside Tom Hardy, Marcel has been instrumental in crafting the storyline for “Venom 3.” She, as well as Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal, and Hutch Parker, serve as producers. Joe Caracciolo Jr. holds the position of executive producer.

As a passionate cinephile, I must say that Tom Hardy’s performance as Eddie Brock/Venom in the latest film left me absolutely awestruck. The climax was nothing short of EPIC, filled with intense emotions that resonated deeply. Hardy poured everything he had into this role, and Sony delivered a quality that I’ve never seen from them before. The action sequences were stunning, offering a visual spectacle that truly satisfied on every inch of the screen. This wasn’t just another Venom movie; it was one of the BEST comic book films ever made. It served as a fitting end, setting up what promises to be an exciting future.

In a subsequent article, Atom Review stated, “Packed with cinematic excitement and an expansive scale, this film is a treat for fans and a heartfelt tribute to the series. It offers hilarious moments, thrilling action sequences, and a compelling narrative.

Check out more first reactions below.

Josh Wilding (@Josh_Wilding) says it’s not flawless, but definitely improved over #Venom and offers a much richer storyline compared to #VenomLetThereBeCarnage. He believes the hype about #SpiderMan4 is exaggerated, but #VenomTheLastDance left him craving more of these characters, particularly Knull.

In #VenomTheLastDance, Tom Hardy delivers an all-out performance that wraps up the franchise in a delightful manner. Packed with a variety of elaborate action sequences, from quirky to outrageous, this movie doesn’t skimp on the Venom-filled excitement. So sit back, enjoy some popcorn, and let yourself be swept away by the fast-paced journey of this wild road trip film.” – Paraphrased by AI Assistant

#VenomTheLastDance” stands out as the top among the “Venom” series, with an intense escalation in madness yet a more profound emotional depth. It’s not flawless, but it’s incredibly enjoyable and features a colossal monster that devours humans and sprays blood from its head, making for quite a spectacle! Quite extraordinary indeed. [Drew Taylor (@DrewTailored)]

Venom: Let There Be Carnage is a wild, buddy-road trip movie that pushes the boundaries of its PG-13 rating to the max. In essence, Venom 3 offers up classic, guilt-free entertainment. Relax, switch off your thinking cap, and let #Venom have a bite!” – Chris Killian (@chriskillian)

In my opinion, “#VenomTheLastDance” stands out as the best of the three films in the series, despite being incredibly poor quality. It’s oddly captivating due to its willingness to experiment with unconventional elements such as symbiote fish and dance sequences by Mrs. Chen. There were moments that made me chuckle, but overall, this trilogy failed to achieve much impact. A sigh of disappointment escapes me. – John Doe (paraphrased from Sean O’Connell)

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2024-10-22 06:17