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Venom: The Last Dance – Is It Love, or Just A Symbiote Swipe Right?

Updated: Oct 28


Venom symbiote and actor Tom Hardy
Venom: The Last Dance

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Venom: The Last Dance delivers a fittingly wild ride in the final chapter of Tom Hardy’s portrayal of Eddie Brock and his ever-unpredictable symbiote, Venom. In this fast-paced, genre-bending film, Hardy leans into Eddie’s rough-around-the-edges personality, expertly balancing it with Venom’s absurd and endearing lack of boundaries. This time, the duo finds themselves up against Knull, the ancient and sinister creator of the symbiotes, voiced with chilling intensity by Andy Serkis. Knull's menacing plan to reclaim his "children" gives Eddie and Venom their highest-stakes battle yet—and Venom isn’t exactly the go-to hero for high-stakes situations. With Hardy’s undeniable charm, the film serves up everything fans expect from the Venom universe: humor, chaos, symbiote tragedy, and a sprinkle of existential dread.


The film hits all the quirky notes that have made the Venom movies a guilty pleasure for fans. From an airborne brawl that pushes Eddie’s gym shoes to their limit, to a bizarre but memorable Vegas dance-off, each scene goes all-in, embracing its own over-the-top flair. Venom and Eddie’s back-and-forth remains a highlight, with Venom’s darkly humorous asides and constant hunger for “a snack” proving just as hilarious and unpredictable as ever. Mrs. Chen (Peggy Lu) even gets to join the action, bringing a comedic, no-nonsense dynamic that plays perfectly off Venom’s chaos. It’s a treat for fans of the franchise who love the unexpected weirdness that’s become a signature of Venom’s brand of superheroism—an antihero with more appetite than agenda.


Supporting characters Dr. Teddy Payne (played by Juno Temple) and Rex Strickland (Chiwetel Ejiofor) add some fresh intrigue to Eddie and Venom’s already tumultuous journey. Temple’s and Ejiofor’s performances bring balance to the chaos, though both wisely avoid getting in Venom’s way. And, really, who would want to? Venom’s teeth-baring, spaghetti-armed chaos has a life of its own, and the film lets him flex it with a delightful mix of horror and humor. The xenophages Knull sends after Eddie and Venom only add to the fun, giving the film that monster-movie energy that suits Venom’s brand perfectly.

 

The final showdown is a spectacle, complete with snarling xenophages, Venom’s dramatic transformations, and Knull’s monologues that add just the right amount of gravitas. Critics might say it leans too much into spectacle, but this isn’t Shakespeare in the Park—it’s Venom. The finale is explosive, entertaining, and exactly the sort of grand conclusion that a Venom fan would expect and enjoy. While the tone may be a bit wild and uneven, the film ultimately lands on the right side of entertaining.


In short, Venom: The Last Dance knows exactly what it is and embraces it wholeheartedly. It’s funny, creepy, slightly tear-jerking, and awesomely bizarre, delivering the kind of high-energy adventure fans of the franchise have come to love. Hardy's Venom is delightfully unhinged and makes this trilogy-capper a must-watch for those who enjoy their superheroes with a side of snark and symbiotic sass. If this is the end, it’s a worthy one—but for all of us who’ve grown fond of Eddie and Venom’s dysfunctional bond, here’s hoping there’s a last-last dance still left in store.


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