“Venom 3: The Final Dance,” the concluding chapter of the series, once again showcases both the highlights and flaws that have characterized it throughout.
The highlights remain the same: stunning visual effects and the love-hate relationship between Venom and Eddie, a duo that has become synonymous with the series. Their playful banter continues to drive the film’s humorous and entertaining moments, with the final scene’s “Don’t forget about me” sentiment giving it a hint of a romantic film’s flavor. Venom’s upgrade to “72 transformations” also demonstrates the film’s top-notch industrial special effects.
If you approach it as a lighthearted popcorn movie, it’s indeed lively and joyful. After studying or working, this film can provide a certain level of relaxation and stress relief.
However, the flaws of the series, particularly its fragmented storyline and severe lack of narrative coherence, persist in “Venom 3: The Final Dance.” Even as the series finale, it fails to deliver a proper, legitimate boss battle. The fragmented story, with some plot points seemingly arbitrary and lacking in logic and rationality, continues to be a problem.
The good news is that taking a bathroom break or occasionally checking your phone during the film won’t hinder your understanding of the plot. But for casual viewers who aren’t fans of the series, it may be difficult to convert them into fans through this film. Additionally, the film is filled with contemporary American social trends and political correctness, including themes like Black Lives Matter, Asian stereotypes, and white left-wing sanctimoniousness.
I must admit, the ending song “Memories” did make me feel sentimental, but upon reflection, it was more due to my love for Maroon 5 and the song itself, rather than the film.
And I have to gripe about the second post-credits scene. Was it really necessary to hide it so deeply, after all the closing credits? Director, do you know how many times the cleaning lady’s glare has killed me in the theater?!