Director David F. Sandberg
In the face of an overwhelming threat unleashed by the resilient daughters of Atlas, teenage superhero Billy Batson (Asher Angel) and his foster siblings harness their transformative powers by uttering the word ‘Shazam’ to emerge as caped crusaders, dedicated to saving the world. However, they find themselves engaged in an uphill battle.
Once again, the world’s fate hangs in the balance, with the United
States of America serves as the stage for both the problem and its solution. Philadelphia becomes the backdrop where a group of teenage superheroes, known as the “Philly Fiascos,” stand as humanity’s last hope. Led by their idiosyncratic and scatterbrained leader, Billy Batson (Zachary Levi), they may have lost some of their former glory. Yet, when two formidable and merciless goddesses pose a dire threat, the Fiascos must rise to the occasion. The destiny of the world rests on their shoulders, as only superheroes can deliver the common people from peril.
While this superhero film adheres to a familiar formula, it doesn’t lack in delivering non-stop action, thrilling adventure, and visually stunning special effects. The narrative, crafted by Henry Gayden and Chris Morgan, propels the audience through a continuous stream of excitement, punctuated with cleverly placed comedic moments. The well-timed humor blends seamlessly with the dialogue, eliciting genuine laughter. The visual effects, cinematography (by Gyula Pados), and stunts are of the highest caliber, skillfully integrating live-action footage with CGI elements. The outcome is an enthralling and exhilarating cinematic experience that remains faithful to the source material while meeting the expectations of a grand Hollywood blockbuster.
Fury of the Gods successfully follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, upholding the humor and heart that made Shazam! a standout.
4K Special Features:
SHAZAM! Let’s Make a Sequel – featurette
The Rock of Eternity: Decked Out – featurette
The Shazamily Reunion – featurette
The Zac Effect – featurette
The Sisterhood of the Daughters of Atlas – featurette
Pay By Play: Scene Breakdown – featurettes
-Ben Franklin Bridge collapse
-Rooftop battle of the gods
-Unicorn ride in Philadelphia
-Epic showdown at the baseball stadium
The Mythology of Shazam! – featurette
Director’s Audio Commentary with David F. Sandberg
Deleted Scenes, Alternate & Extended Scenes