“Avengers: Endgame”, directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, is a majestic MCU finale resolving Thanos’ cataclysmic act. Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor, Vin Diesel’s Groot, and Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow lead a battered team on a time-twisting mission to restore balance, delivering an emotional juggernaut of action, sacrifice, and closure.

Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark delivers a career-defining arc, his wit masking a hero’s burden—his final act is a cinematic landmark. Hemsworth’s Thor, wrestling with guilt, blends humor and heartbreak, while Johansson’s Black Widow shines with quiet resolve, her sacrifice haunting. Diesel’s Groot adds levity amid the Guardians’ chaos. The Russos craft a 181-minute epic that balances fan service with narrative depth, with the portal battle a visual and emotional pinnacle, powered by Alan Silvestri’s soaring score. The time-travel framework dazzles but invites logic quibbles, and some characters, like Hulk, feel underused. Endgame’s $2.8 billion global gross and cultural impact, sparking global rewatches, cement its legacy. The ensemble’s chemistry and themes of redemption make every moment resonate, creating a fitting capstone.

“Avengers: Endgame” is a triumphant, soul-shaking saga, with its stars as its enduring pulse.

Rating: 8.7/10