Blue Beetle (2023)

August 18, 2023

Action, Adventure, Superhero

2h 15m

Released

PG-13

4/5

In a world where superheroes are the norm, it’s not every day you get to meet one from the wrong side of the tracks. Jaime Reyes, aka Blue Beetle, is about to change everything you thought you knew about being a hero. Starring Xolo Maridueña as the charismatic and fearless Jaime, this action-packed movie tells the story of a teenager whose life takes a drastic turn when he stumbles upon an alien scarab that fuses itself to his spine. Suddenly, he’s imbued with powers beyond his wildest imagination.

As Jaime navigates his newfound abilities and the villainous forces that want to exploit them, he must also contend with the harsh realities of being a Latino teenager from a tough neighborhood. But with the help of his loving family and a little bit of wit, Jaime proves that being a hero doesn’t require a multimillion-dollar suit or a fancy car.

Directed by the incredibly talented Ángel Manuel Soto, Blue Beetle boasts an impressive cast, stunning visuals, and a narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Maridueña shines as the movie’s lead, bringing a vulnerability and authenticity that makes it impossible not to root for him.

Blue Beetle is not just a superhero movie – it’s a poignant commentary on what it means to be an outsider, to be an immigrant, and to be a Latino in today’s society. It’s a film that will make you laugh, cry, and cheer for the underdog.

Movie Credits

Actors:

Xolo Maridueña, Adriana Barraza, Elpidia Carrillo, Damián Alcázar, and Raoul Max Trujillo

Crew:

Director: Ángel Manuel Soto

Screenplay: Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer

Producers: John Rickard and Zev Foreman

Cinematography: Pawel Pogorzelski

Editing: Scott Chestnut & Craig Wood

Music: Bobby Krlic