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One of the films unexpected highlights is the dynamic between Wilson and Momoa.
Thats where the journey through these underwater realms ends.
While the firstAquamanfilm maintained a balance of seriousness and fantasy,The Lost Kingdomveers into cartoonish territory.

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This is only enhanced by the faulty technical aspects of the film, particularly the CGI.
These visual inconsistencies are jarring, especially for a film with a high 3D ticket price.
In contrast to Zack Snyders portrayal,Aquamanhere seems to have lost a bit of his might.

The character is frequently bested in battles, almost as if the film hesitates to showcase his full potential.
This underwhelming portrayal left me longing for the more formidable hero seen in earlier renditions.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdomstruggles with inconsistent character portrayal, subpar CGI and a lack of narrative direction.
A crucial aspect of any franchise is its ability to make the audience invested in whats next.
There is none of the care put forth here.
This universe is over, why should anyone care?