{"id":11741,"date":"2024-02-18T03:44:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-18T10:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=11741"},"modified":"2024-02-23T16:19:50","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T23:19:50","slug":"madame-web-full-of-action-mystery-suspense-sisterhood-and-girl-power","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2024\/madame-web-full-of-action-mystery-suspense-sisterhood-and-girl-power\/","title":{"rendered":"Madame Web * Full Of Action, Mystery, Suspense, Sisterhood And Girl Power"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"203\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/madameweb.poster.jpg?resize=203%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11743\" style=\"width:120px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/madameweb.poster.jpg?resize=203%2C300&amp;ssl=1 203w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/madameweb.poster.jpg?w=473&amp;ssl=1 473w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 203px) 100vw, 203px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Cassandra Webb is a New York City paramedic who starts to show signs of clairvoyance. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she must protect three young women from a mysterious adversary who wants them dead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Kennedy P. comments, \u201cI love\u00a0<em>Madame Web<\/em>.\u00a0 It is full of action, mystery, suspense, sisterhood and girl power.\u00a0 There are some heartfelt moments and the chemistry between the four leading ladies is outstanding.\u00a0 The film definitely kept me entertained from beginning to end.\u201d Sydney S. adds, \u201cThe film <em>Madame Web<\/em> falls too off the superhero movie path which is disappointing. It includes enveloping action, suspense and violence, but it lacks a connection between the main character and their powers. It isn\u2019t extraordinary, but it is a fun adventure.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avalynn G. wraps it up with, \u201cThis is a very unique film \u2013 unlike anything I&#8217;ve ever seen before. When Cassie uses her powers the special effects are very cool. They look like a\u00a0web. I love how Cassie is always helping people. First she helps people that get hurt, then she helps the girls from getting killed.\u201d See their full reviews below..<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Madame Web<br>By Kennedy P., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GJX4c6jRMNg?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.f.png?resize=300%2C100&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11753\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.f.png?resize=300%2C100&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.f.png?resize=1024%2C341&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.f.png?resize=768%2C256&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.f.png?resize=1536%2C512&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.f.png?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>I love\u00a0<em>Madame Web<\/em>.\u00a0 It is full of action, mystery, suspense, sisterhood and girl power.\u00a0 There are some heartfelt moments and the chemistry between the four leading ladies is outstanding.\u00a0 The film definitely kept me entertained from beginning to end.<br><br><em>Madame Web<\/em>\u00a0tells the standalone origin story of one of Marvel&#8217;s most enigmatic heroines. The suspense-driven thriller stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic in Manhattan who develops the power to see the future and realizes she can use that insight to change it. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she forges a relationship with three young women bound for powerful destinies if they can all survive a deadly present.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.i.webp?resize=300%2C169&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11750\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.i.webp?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.i.webp?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.i.webp?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.i.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>I really loved learning who Madame Web is and how she became a heroine.\u00a0 I loved all the action scenes and watching the girls come together to fight against the villain Ezekiel.\u00a0 I loved seeing the girls in their costumes and the action was entertaining.\u00a0 The girls include Sydney Sweeney\u00a0as Julia Cornwall, Celeste O&#8217;Connor\u00a0as Mattie Franklin\u00a0and Isabela Merced\u00a0as Anya Corazon. The\u00a0movie left me wanting more and hoping for a sequel so we can find out how the girls got their powers and what happens next!\u00a0 The chemistry between the four leading ladies is truly amazing.\u00a0 They work so well together and look like they are having so much fun together.\u00a0 Their friendship seems genuine on the screen.\u00a0 The battle scenes are epic, especially the last one when the girls work together and fight the villain Ezekiel.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.d.jpg?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11747\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.d.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.d.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Director SJ Clarkson and Dakota Johnson on the set of Columbia Pictures\u2019 MADAME WEB.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Madame Web<\/em> is about teamwork, girl power, friendship, family, heart and action.\u00a0 It shows how friends will always be there for you, no matter what, and reminds you to always stay true to who you are.\u00a0 It is perfect for date night or a family movie night. Everyone will love it. The best part is that if you are a fan of Marvel movies, you don&#8217;t have to see any previous movies to understand Madame Web. This movie stands alone with a phenomenal cast and great story line. It is rated PG-13 and it is 1 hour and 54 minutes.\u00a0\u00a0<br><br>I give\u00a0<em>Madame Web<\/em>\u00a04 out 5 stars and I recommend it for ages 8 to 18, plus adults.\u00a0\u00a0<em>Madame Web<\/em>\u00a0is in theaters now.<br><br>Madame Web<br>By Sydney S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 13<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/X5cOC4m8GzM?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"163\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.e.jpg?resize=300%2C163&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11748\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.e.jpg?resize=300%2C163&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.e.jpg?resize=768%2C417&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.e.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The film <em>Madame Web<\/em> falls too off the superhero movie path which is disappointing. It includes enveloping action, suspense and violence, but it lacks a connection between the main character and their powers. It isn\u2019t extraordinary, but it is a fun adventure. Along with a barely developed superhero figure, it also fails to relate to <em>Spider-Man<\/em> in any way, which extremely disappointed me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Madame Web <\/em>follows Cassie (Dakota Johnson), a paramedic who\u2019s connected to three teenagers through the power of a valuable spider. While a greedy, powerful man is seeking to kill them all, Cassie finds out she can actually see the future. Will her power save people or lead them to their doom?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"181\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.hi_.webp?resize=300%2C181&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11751\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.hi_.webp?resize=300%2C181&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.hi_.webp?resize=1024%2C616&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.hi_.webp?resize=768%2C462&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.hi_.webp?resize=1536%2C924&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.hi_.webp?w=1562&amp;ssl=1 1562w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The primary characters are Madame Web or Cassie, Julia (Sydney Sweeney), Mattie (Celeste O\u2019Connor), Anya (Isabela Merced), Ezekiel (Tahar Rahim) and Ben (Adam Scott). The teenagers are the stars of the show. They are the most believable characters; while the rest of the cast lacks conviction or emotion. It\u2019s bothersome. The characters are poorly developed as well. We barely know anything about Julia, Mattie or Anya\u2019s backstory, and Ezekiel is as villainous as an antagonist should be. On the other hand, there\u2019s a lot of interesting action that keeps the movie engaging. I was compelled to see what would transpire at the end. Cassie and the girls keep having bad things happening to them and that\u2019s amusing to watch. The suspense adds to the plot, as well, because Ezekiel just keeps on hunting down their group, using a spy. My favorite part is when time stops underwater. It\u2019s really cool because the sound drops to a low pitch and everything seems to be in slow motion. The camerawork is very unique in this film. Sometimes it\u2019s almost nauseating &#8212; so watch out for that. There\u2019s no relevance to Spider-Man as fans expected, except that Ben Parker is Peter&#8217;s uncle, but that is not mentioned at all. It\u2019s almost as if they aren\u2019t in the same fandom. Cassie deserves more of a superhero recognition, since the film doesn&#8217;t focus on her heroic abilities. I can understand that the producers were trying to experiment with a new type of superhero movie as this film focuses on the main character&#8217;s mental powers rather than her physical powers. I appreciate the experimentation with something new, but it doesn\u2019t really work out very well. It has potential, but the script falls short. This has the makings of an enjoyable film but is missing huge key factors.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/MWeb.c.jpg?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11746\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/MWeb.c.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/MWeb.c.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mattie (Celeste O\u2019 Connor) in Columbia Pictures\u2019 MADAME WEB.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The film\u2019s message is to protect the people you love. Cassie goes above and beyond to protect the teenage trio, and the girls, in turn, save Cassie\u2019s life. They care so much about each other that they are willing to risk their own lives to make sure the others are okay. It also discourages selfishness. You should be aware foul language is used and blood is involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give <em>Madame Web <\/em>3 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. <em>Madame Web <\/em>comes out in theaters on Valentine\u2019s Day, February 14, 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Madame\u00a0Web<br>By\u00a0Avalynn\u00a0G., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sBHKv9ClFqs?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/MWeb.a.jpg?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11744\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/MWeb.a.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/MWeb.a.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Julia Cornwall (Sydney Sweeney) in Columbia Pictures\u2019 MADAME WEB.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The film\u00a0<em>Madame\u00a0Web\u00a0<\/em>is an action film that is kind of like another version of\u00a0<em>Spider Man<\/em>. I love the action in the film and the background music makes it really suspenseful. I don\u2019t usually love Marvel movies but this one is really good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The storyline follows a girl named Cassie (Dakota Johnson), a New York City paramedic who gets visions, including one showing three teenage girls getting killed by the guy that killed her mom. Cassie needs to safely get the girls away from the guy by using her clairvoyant powers and the deadly adventure takes off from there.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.b.jpg?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11745\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.b.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.b.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Anya Corazon (Isabela Merced) in Columbia Pictures\u2019 MADAME WEB.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is a very unique film \u2013 unlike anything I&#8217;ve ever seen before. When Cassie uses her powers the special effects are very cool. They look like a\u00a0web. I love how Cassie is always helping people. First she helps people that get hurt, then she helps the girls from getting killed. She is amazing. I love the relationship between the three girls &#8211; Julia (Sydney Sweeney), Anya (Isabela Merced), and Mattie (Celeste O\u2019Connor). They annoy each other when they first meet but later realize how much they need each other and they become best friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I especially love Mattie; she is funny, does whatever she wants, and doesn&#8217;t care what other people think. My favorite part of\u00a0<em>Madame\u00a0Web<\/em>\u00a0is when they are on top of the factory\u2019s roof. It looks really cool when she uses her powers.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.g.jpg?resize=300%2C168&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11749\" style=\"width:220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.g.jpg?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.g.jpg?resize=768%2C431&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mweb.g.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The film\u2019s message is to always stick together. The girls stick together and manage to survive. Plus, in the end they become best friends. This film uses adult language and has some violent content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give&nbsp;<em>Madame<\/em><em>&nbsp;Web&nbsp;<\/em>5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. This film releases in theaters February 14, 2024.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s_76M4c4LTo?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a switch from the typical genre, Madame Web tells the standalone origin story of one of Marvel publishing&#8217;s most enigmatic heroines. The suspense-driven thriller stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic in Manhattan who develops the power to see the future\u2026 and realizes she can use that insight to change it. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she forges a relationship with three young women bound for powerful destinies&#8230;if they can all survive a deadly present.<\/p>\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Kennedy P. comments, \u201cI love Madame Web.  It is full of action, mystery, suspense, sisterhood and girl power.  There are some heartfelt moments and the chemistry between the four leading ladies is outstanding.  The film definitely kept me entertained from beginning to end.\u201d Sydney S. adds, \u201cThe film Madame Web falls too off the superhero movie path which is disappointing. It includes enveloping action, suspense and violence, but it lacks a connection between the main character and their powers. It isn\u2019t extraordinary, but it is a fun adventure.\u201d Avalynn G. wraps it up with, \u201cThis is a very unique film \u2013 unlike anything I&#8217;ve ever seen before. When Cassie uses her powers the special effects are very cool. They look like a web. I love how Cassie is always helping people. 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