‘Kraven The Hunter’ Review: Aaron Taylor-Johnson Shows Off Action Chops In Marvel Villain Origin Story That Plays More Like A Mob Movie
DeadlineStory by Pete Hammond
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Marvel's 'Kraven the Hunter' surprises with a gritty mob movie-inspired origin story featuring a standout performance from Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
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- Despite pre-release doubts, 'Kraven the Hunter' is a fresh take on the Marvel villain, ditching the superhero genre for a more grounded, gangster-inspired narrative.
- Aaron Taylor-Johnson shines as the title character, delivering an intense, nuanced portrayal that could earn him awards buzz and set him up for a potential franchise.
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Alessandro Nivola, Ariana DeBose, Christopher Abbott, Fred Heichinger, J.C. Chandor, Russell Crowe, Marvel, Sony Pictures, 'Kraven the Hunter'