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The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)

"The untold story begins."

6.720122h 16mEN
ActionAdventureScience Fiction

Directed by Marc Webb

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

2h 16m

Language

EN

Release

June 23, 2012

Director

Marc Webb

Official Trailer

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Overview

Peter Parker is an outcast high schooler abandoned by his parents as a boy, leaving him to be raised by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May. Like most teenagers, Peter is trying to figure out who he is and how he got to be the person he is today. As Peter discovers a mysterious briefcase that belonged to his...

Cast

Andrew Garfield

Andrew Garfield

Spider-Man / Peter Parker

Emma Stone

Emma Stone

Gwen Stacy

Rhys Ifans

Rhys Ifans

The Lizard / Dr. Curt Connors

Denis Leary

Denis Leary

Captain Stacy

Martin Sheen

Martin Sheen

Uncle Ben

Sally Field

Sally Field

Aunt May

Irrfan Khan

Irrfan Khan

Rajit Ratha

Campbell Scott

Campbell Scott

Richard Parker

Embeth Davidtz

Embeth Davidtz

Mary Parker

Chris Zylka

Chris Zylka

Flash Thompson

Max Charles

Max Charles

Peter Parker (Age 4)

C. Thomas Howell

C. Thomas Howell

Jack's Father

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Amazing Spider-Man (2012), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Peter Parker is an outcast high schooler abandoned by his parents as a boy, leaving him to be raised by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May. Like most teenagers, Peter is trying to figure out who he is and how he got to be the person he is today. As Peter discovers a mysterious briefcase that belonged to his father, he begins a quest to understand his parents' disappearance – leading him directly to Oscorp and the lab of Dr. Curt Connors, his father's former partner. As Spider-Man is set on a collision course with Connors' alter ego, The Lizard, Peter will make life-altering choices to use his powers and shape his destiny to become a hero.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Amazing Spider-Man. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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