There’s depth, angst and pathos to the max. Superb!

I really enjoyed the origin and First Avenger but this movie is darker than the original film. It has a whole new flavor and that's exactly what was needed. The 1940’s romance and even the "Raiders of the Lost Ark" tone fit the first film quite nicely but would have been out of place in this story. Just like Cap, adaptation is a key. Steve is still an unquestioning patriot but he shifts from being an unquestioning soldier. This is where his old-fashioned values pay off. Questioning what is wrong and questioning what is morally cloudy is a test of true character. That is exactly why the character of Steve Rogers is so interesting. He’s so much more than a super soldier boy scout. There’s depth, angst and pathos to the max. He is out-of-place and he is old-fashioned but proud of that in a way. He also is an enhanced thinker so it’s not like modern era gadgets confound him. It’s all played just right.

The story itself is a good old fashion action thriller with a ton of intrigue. Honestly, I didn’t expect it to be this clever. Everything about this movie is a joy to watch. Tha cast is perfect and everyone is used exceptionally well. This could be the best sequel the genre has seen. It’s Marvel’s best sequel for sure.