The Marvels' premiered on November 8 to eager anticipation from Korean fans, who were excited about the news of actor Park Seo Joon joining the cast.
However, this excitement turned into disappointment as viewers realized that his role was only five minutes long.
Adding to the frustration, Park Seo Joon's appearance in the movie was delayed by an hour and was limited to a brief cameo in a flashback scene.
In this segment, he played the character of Yon, the prince of Atlas, who had a unique interaction with Captain Marvel through singing and dancing, as the planet of Atlas communicates primarily through music and dance.
While this scene served as a transition within the film, it fell short of the expectations of Korean fans. Later on, Yon briefly led his army into a battle against the Devan-Verse army, showcasing his sword skills on two occasions before the scene ended.
Despite these moments, Park Seo Joon's fleeting appearance disappointed many Korean netizens, who felt that "The Marvels" did not meet the usual expectations associated with a Marvel Cinematic film. Many viewers found the movie lacking in a strong and engaging plotline, leading them to question the quality of its direction.
This sentiment has led Korean netizens to express concern that Marvel may have lost its magic, reflecting on a time when the studio's movies were universally acclaimed and seemed infallible.
According to the CGV Egg Index, similar to the Rotten Tomatoes website, 'The Marvels' is not receiving a favorable reception. A Golden Egg score below 80% typically indicates a less positive response from audiences, and 'The Marvels' currently holds a rating of 74%.
South Korea is a crucial market for Marvel due to its strong box office performance and passionate fan base.
The nation's advanced technology infrastructure and high cinema attendance rates make it a lucrative platform for film releases. Korean audiences are known for their deep engagement with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, frequently resulting in impressive opening weekend numbers and sustained ticket sales.
K-netizens have commented on the movie, expressing their disappointment. Some have said, "The reviews show that it's not that good," "The Marvel cinematic universe is declining in my opinion," and "Marvel lost their magic."
Others mentioned, "I'm glad I didn't watch the movie," "I'm curious about this film because Park Seo Joon is in it," and "He only appears for like 3 minutes." There were also remarks about the trailer not being good, difficulty understanding the plot, and the need to watch the show to comprehend what's happening.
The low ratings have raised questions even among strong fans of the franchise, who wonder why the film's reception is lacking.
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