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Hola amigos, buenas vibras para todos.
**Hello friends, good vibes to all.
If there's one director who knows how to do things, it's James Gunn, the mastermind behind this new version of DC Comics and director of Peacemaker, Superman, and Suicide Squad. But why did I mention this latest film? Because it's canon in this universe, and especially in this series. So, for anyone who wants to really stay up-to-date with the direction DC is taking, you're going to have to sit down and watch these three things. But today we're going to focus on the second season of Peacemaker, which just ended last week. A season that left a bittersweet taste in the mouth, considering two things: how extraordinary the first installment is, and the plot that had been developing in this second one, leading us to have an ending with so many questions.
Peacemaker makes his appearance in Suicide Squad, and from there, Gunn decides to give him a leading role in what will be the main story in this universe. For those who don't know, he's a rather unusual hero whose main power is concentrated in the helmet he wears. In this second installment, the plot has something to do with travel through multiverses or dimensions thanks to a device capable of opening portals in any door. This ties it in somewhat with the main plot of Superman and the famous rift created by Lex Luthor. The point is that throughout the eight chapters, a background is created that will lead to the season finale, the "birth" of a new villain, and the fate of Peacemaker.
Personally, I liked this season. The problem is that the last episode didn't live up to people's expectations. It was a bit slow, yes, but it's one that needs to be analyzed for the medium and long term. James Gunn doesn't do anything without a thimble, as they say. The good thing about Peacemaker is that John Cena is made for this role; he's a natural comedian, and yes, he's a very good actor, despite the fact that he entered the world of Hollywood late and acting isn't, or wasn't, his strong suit. And when I say he's made for the role, it's because the series' main focus is mostly comedy, but it's a fairly direct and unvarnished one. In fact, the series is super straightforward with some topics; the blessed woke culture doesn't exist here, which is greatly appreciated.
A dark comedy and a few nods to current events in the United States at a social level are some of the things Gunn dared to show in this second season. The action is very good, the scenes are very graphic in terms of violence, everything is very visual, it reminds me a bit of what you see in The Boys. What makes this season a little less intense than the first is that I feel it's a bit more emotional and personal. We get to know an unknown side of Chris Smith, his feelings, his traumas, and how he feels about his other classmates, in this case toward Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland).
James Gunn has already clarified that there are no plans for a third season, so we'll have to wait a while to find out how this story will continue in any of the upcoming films. The ending is extremely open-ended, leaving room for endless possibilities and speculation about what might happen next. Speaking a bit about the characters, it's worth noting that they're the heart and soul of the series. Cena has a special charisma; it's impossible to dislike him; Jennifer Holland, Gunn's wife, is another who surprises us greatly; she has top-notch fighting skills, and her acting skills are evident in certain passages throughout the season. In reality, everyone contributes something: Adrian, Adebayo, Economos, Judomaster, etc.
Overall, this second season is very good, with the intensity of the first, but it certainly paves the way for what's to come from DC, and that has to be taken into account. It's a fun series, you laugh a lot, it has great visual effects, very good CGI, and above all, it's irreverent and daring. The "what people will say" thing is fading, and we're going back a bit to the "politically incorrect." I give it an 8/10. You can't sacrifice a product just because you didn't like the last 20 minutes of the final episode, especially if we think in the medium and long term, as I already said. I'll leave the trailer below. Highly recommended; the superhero genre is slowly resurfacing.
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Bueno mi gente por hoy es todo, espero que les haya gustado. ¡Un abrazo a todos, nos vemos en la próxima!
***Well, that's all for today, everyone. I hope you enjoyed it. ¡Hugs to everyone, see you next time!
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