Spider-Man 2

“Sometimes we have to be steady and give up the things we want the most. Even our dreams.” Sam Raimi just understands Spider-Man. Somehow he managed to improve upon its predecessor in nearly every aspect. The way it balances the sincerity and the very human struggles in which Peter Parker faces with the campiness without losing any of the thematic weight is a testament to the talent of Raimi. It’s the gold standard for comic book movies and it’s rarely been touched since. Completely adore it.