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We are at the 10-year mark of the new Marvel cinematic universe that began with the revolutionary Iron Man (2008). This 19th movi...

We are at the 10-year mark of the new Marvel cinematic universe that began with the revolutionary Iron Man (2008). This 19th movie in the franchise is actually Part 1 of 2 films that will (supposedly) be the lasting legacy of The Avengers. The second "half", much of which was filmed simultaneously with this one, is set for 2019.

When Thanos (Josh Brolin), embarks on a deadly campaign to find and possess the Infinity Stones, he leaves a path of death and destruction in his path. When his pursuit leading him to Earth, Bruce Banner (Mark Ruffalo), and Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch), who enlists a reluctant Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), to the cause just as the minions of Thanos arrive. With The Avengers fractured and scattered following the events of "Captain America: Civil War" the teams find themselves dealing with the threat in various groups as fate steps in to divide many key members of the team. This allows for a great entry by the Guardians of the Galaxy and allows the film to take a very enjoyable path.

Essentially the movie weaves separate storylines into one cohesive and very satisfying epic. You have a story with the Guardians as well as one with many of the key Avengers, as well as others with characters old and new. As such it is like a Guardians, Avengers, and Marvel film all rolled into one and each one supports the other very well yet has the charm and identity you would expect. While the tone is very dark as you would expect with literally half of the known universe facing destruction, there is also some solid humor in the film that never once undermines the story or pacing. Naturally, the effects are stunning as you would expect as Marvel has put a significant amount of money into the film and it shows in every eye-popping action sequence. What really impressed me the most was that the Russo Brothers never let the FX of the film overshadow the characters and with a very large cast, it was nice to see everyone got their moment and you did not see members of the cast trying to one-up each other.

I liked how well Thanos was portrayed as while you hopefully will not agree with his deductions and methods; you could actually understand his motivations and it helps him transcend from the usual megalomaniacs which are so common in films of his type.

Overall, the stakes are high, the villain is great, the scale is incredible, some characters from the past return and the acting is brilliant. Make sure you, see Thor: Ragnarok first, and I mean all of it! All the way through the credits. It'll make better sense that way when you see Infinity War. And stay through the credits if you want to see a sneak peek at Marvel's first female superhero.

During a widespread extra-terrestrial invasion, mankind has been vastly exterminated by fast, hideous creatures that use their hyper-...

During a widespread extra-terrestrial invasion, mankind has been vastly exterminated by fast, hideous creatures that use their hyper-efficient sense of hearing to track their prey. Navigating their way through the post-apocalyptic landscape in the year 2020 is the Abbott family, who seek safety in a deadly silent world ravaged by monsters. Silence is the key to survival, as the noise of any kind can attract danger. Although blind, the creatures are a brutal force to be reckoned with, with their weaknesses as unknown as their origins. Communicating mostly through sign language (dialogue is at an absolute minimum here), the Abbott's adapt and learn to live in the new world, understanding that they must be silent every day at all times.

A family living in complete silence of something lurking in the shadows. A movie based on silence. Every sound you hear and every move each character makes puts you on edge in fear of whatever it is that they're avoiding catching them. Not every single horror is going to scare everyone. It's just a fact. Some people are afraid of different things. However, you know when a horror movie is done right if it grips you and makes you feel the intensity that it's trying to portray.

Director John Krasinsky has never made a horror movie before. As a director, there are only three previous credits to his name, including two comedies I had never heard of, plus a few episodes of the American version of THE OFFICE. Sometimes comedy makes a horror movie better, but there are no jokes in A QUIET PLACE. As soon as we are introduced to the family a sense of doom hangs thick in the air and as 50 percent of the cast are children the stakes are raised pretty high from the start. Our protagonists are being hunted down by monsters, but their origins are surrounded by mystery. Don't expect a back story or detailed explanation. What's important is the situation at hand. When things go terribly wrong, how will our characters survive?

Emily Blunt and John Krasinski are superb in this film. They are faced with many tough moments and raising a family in this environment only makes it that much harder. They do provide great emotional value and keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

The only big issue I had with the movie is just one. Pregnant. Yes. Getting pregnant in this world makes sense. You know how quiet newborns are. That was annoying and stupid. Like you know the situation and you decided to get pregnant? Really? Should've gotten plan B or something since you can just walk over drug counters and get all you need.

It is a unique film playing with sound and silence. I really do recommend seeing it. There is no huge underlying story of how everything came to be. Its all about the family and how they are living and what goes on in this 90+ minute thriller film.