‘The Boys’ Finally Vindicates the Goofy ‘Spider-Man 3’ Dance
“Aren’t we done yet?” asked one Spider-Man 3 reviewer in 2007. Like he was already waiting for this to be over. (In hindsight—and two more Spider-Man actors plus about 735 superhero films later—how adorable.)
Too many villains, a longer runtime, a soapy amnesia plot, and a goofy dance sequence contributed to Spidey fatigue. Cut to 15 years later, and the reaction to the conclusion of Sam Raimi’s trilogy has softened. And, it seems, Peter Parker is no longer the only hero ready to bust out some dance moves. Television is awash with twirling contenders prepared to snatch that crown—or mirrorball trophy.
Ms. Marvel, The Boys, and The Umbrella Academy offer a different flavor of superheroes, on a much broader spectrum. But now, fight sequences aren’t the only choreography. Yep, all three titles prove that dancing can be memorable, welcome additions to the modern superhero aesthetic—and all without drawing the derision that was aimed at Raimi all those years ago.