The anticipation for “Venom: The Last Dance” was palpable, especially considering it was touted as the concluding chapter of the trilogy. However, the final installment unfortunately stumbles, failing to capture the spark and humor that made the previous movies enjoyable. From questionable soundtrack choices to a lackluster plot, “Venom: The Last Dance” struggles to deliver a satisfying cinematic experience.
One of the most glaring missteps in “Venom: The Last Dance” is its soundtrack. Music is crucial in amplifying the emotional impact of action sequences, yet here, it falls completely flat. Even during high-octane moments and the film’s climax, the music remains bland and uninspired, failing to inject any real intensity into the scenes. This lack of impactful sound design significantly detracts from the overall viewing experience, leaving action sequences feeling surprisingly muted.
The dynamic bromance between Eddie Brock and Venom, a cornerstone of the previous films’ humor, is noticeably diminished in “Venom: The Last Dance”. The witty banter and bickering that defined their relationship are significantly toned down. While their co-existence is more harmonious, it unfortunately comes at the cost of the comedic spark that fans had come to expect and love. This dwindling bromance contributes to the film feeling less engaging and humorous than its predecessors.
While trailers promised action, what “Venom: The Last Dance” delivers feels underwhelming and predictable. There are action sequences, but none that truly stand out or offer anything unseen in the promotional material. The film relies on generic, CGI-heavy villainous creatures that feel more like obligatory 3D effects than substantial threats. The villain’s backstory, though potentially interesting, is relegated to the sidelines, failing to become a central and engaging element of the narrative. Many characters feel underdeveloped and weakly integrated into the plot, serving merely as plot devices rather than impactful figures in the story. The plot itself progresses uneventfully, with only one major action sequence that, due to its lack of originality and impact, might be easily skimmed through by viewers.
Furthermore, “Venom: The Last Dance” suffers from unnecessary scenes that add neither humor nor meaningful plot progression. Trimming these superfluous moments could easily reduce the film’s runtime significantly, resulting in a more tightly paced and engaging narrative. While the movie hints at potential future storylines and loose ends, its current standing as a standalone film within the trilogy is weak and unfulfilling.
Ultimately, “Venom: The Last Dance” feels like a disservice to the previous two movies in the trilogy. It lacks the charm, humor, and engaging plot that fans have come to expect. The ending, in particular, feels forced and tries too hard to be impactful, but ultimately falls short due to weak execution and, once again, questionable soundtrack choices. “Venom: The Last Dance” concludes the trilogy on a decidedly disappointing note, feeling detached from the spirit of the earlier films and leaving fans wanting more from this symbiote saga.
