Zendaya at Spider-Man Brand New Day London premiere with Tom Holland serves an enchanting look in white bedazzled gown

The Marvel signatureIf you’ve read so far, you may be mistaken in thinking Brand New Day is a heavy film. But it is truckloads of fun. And the shift from fun to gritty is never jarring. It is a recipe that Marvel has perfected over 40+ films and shows, and presented again here, piping hot. There are jokes, wisecracks, and one-liners that keep the fun alive. Tom’s Peter is growing up.

He is no longer in high school, and the increased sass shows. There are fun little homages to the previous Spider-Man films featuring Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield, none of which feel out of place. The chemistry between Tom and Jon (Spidey and Punisher) is a treat to watch as the optimistic young pacifist tries to rein in the trigger-happy veteran, ever so frustratingly.

Mark Ruffalo’s extended cameo as Bruce Banner is good, but the film finally gives his Hulk the menacing turn he deserved. Since Mark took on the role of The Hulk, one has felt that his Hulk has been nerfed to rock bottom. Here, the beast is unleashed, even if for a short time. And it gives us one of the film's most memorable moments.