Eyes of Wakanda - WORTH WATCHING? - Angry Review

Quick Overview

Eyes of Wakanda is a Disney Plus animated series that expands on Wakandan lore but is ultimately considered skippable and below average by the reviewers, with its animation style, pacing, and narrative execution drawing significant criticism despite some positive notes on voice acting and specific episodes.

Key Points: The animated series 'Eyes of Wakanda' is generally considered skippable and below average by the reviewers, with ratings ranging from 4 to 6 out of 10. Reviewers criticize Wakanda's portrayal, calling it "selfish bad guys" and an "isolationist country" with "Wakandan glorification here gets kind of out of control." The animation style is a major point of contention, described as "weird, everybody's heads look weird" and "Clone Wars, but taken to an extreme even too far." Episode 2, focusing on the Trojan War and Achilles, received praise for its complexity and subtext, with Joe rating it a 7/10, while Episode 3, featuring Iron Fist, was rated 8/10 by Joe for its character development and explanation. The introduction of the Horde in the final episode is seen as a significant threat but is undermined by the short runtime, making it feel "like a throwaway side character" and not "epic as it should." The series introduces the official MCU Iron Fist and hints at future MCU connections, but the reviewers feel these elements are not executed effectively within the show's limited scope. Despite criticisms, the voice acting and music are noted as positive aspects, and the series is seen as "Disney Plus content to keep your subscription going" but not a strong reason to subscribe.

Context: The video reviews Disney Plus's new animated series, 'Eyes of Wakanda,' which is part of Marvel's Phase 5. The series aims to expand on the lore of Wakanda by exploring various historical periods and locations through retrieval missions for vibranium artifacts. The review is conducted by two individuals who offer their critical opinions on the show's narrative, animation, and overall value.