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Much like its protagonist, Spider-Man: Homecoming is charming. It lacks the filmmaking spark of the Raimi trilogy, but brings enough freshness to be enjoyable in its own right. First, Tom Holland is an excellent Peter Parker and clearly the most believable high-schooler we've had in the role. The writing helps accentuate this by playing up Parker's teenage duties, plights, and perspective. It also helps that this is a coming-of-age story instead of an origin story. Spider-Man is already established; he just doesn't know where he stands as a hero. This creates a Spider-Man arc that feels new and natural.
From a technical standpoint, Spider-Man: Homecoming's inclusion in the MCU is both a blessing and a bind. Marvel Studios has a formula that prevents disaster (like The Amazing Spider-Man 2), but also limits genuine artistry (like Spider-Man 2). The cinematography is adequate, using various mediums, lighting, and camera movement. The soundtrack, casting, and production design dip into the Avengers treasure trove. The special effects are CGI heavy, but mix in practicals too. Plus, the sound design is surprisingly abstract. Altogether, Spider-Man: Homecoming has a strong baseline that is elevated by Holland's charisma, making it a fun spin.
Writing: 7/10
Direction: 6/10
Cinematography: 7/10
Acting: 8/10
Editing: 7/10
Sound: 8/10
Score/Soundtrack: 7/10
Production Design: 8/10
Casting: 9/10
Effects: 8/10
Overall Score: 7.5/10
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