Ant-Man and The Wasp

Movie Title: Ant-Man and The Wasp
Director: Peyton Reed
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Year of Release: 2018
Date of Release: July 6, 2018
Length of Movie: 1 hour 58 minutes
Country: United States
Soundtracks: Composed by Christophe Beck, featuring themes like “It Ain’t Over Till the Wasp Lady Stings” and “Anthropodie.”
Age Rating: PG-13 (for some sci-fi action violence)

---

About the Movie:

Ant-Man and The Wasp picks up after the events of Captain America: Civil War, with Scott Lang struggling to balance his life as a father with his responsibilities as Ant-Man.

This time, he teams up with Hope van Dyne, the Wasp, on a mission to rescue her mother from the Quantum Realm.

Main Plot & Characters

Scott Lang (Paul Rudd), under house arrest following his involvement in Civil War, is drawn into a new adventure when Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Hope van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) approach him for help.

With Hope now taking on the mantle of the Wasp, they embark on a journey to rescue Janet van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer), who has been lost in the Quantum Realm for decades.

Along the way, they face new adversaries like Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), who seeks to harness quantum energy for her own survival.

With his house arrest about to end, Scott must balance his responsibilities as both a father and a hero, all while navigating the complexities of the Quantum Realm.

Key Themes of Ant-Man and The Wasp

The film explores themes of family, teamwork, and sacrifice. Scott’s journey emphasizes the importance of unity, especially in overcoming personal challenges and supporting loved ones.

Themes Explored in Depth

• Family and Resilience: Both Scott’s dedication to his daughter and Hope’s determination to rescue her mother highlight the strength of family bonds.
• Teamwork and Trust: The partnership between Ant-Man and the Wasp underscores the value of trust and collaboration.
• Redemption and Healing: Ghost’s character reflects a journey toward redemption and the desire for healing, illustrating the human need for support and compassion.

Setting & Filming Locations

Set primarily in San Francisco, the film uses locations around the city, including iconic landmarks.

Filming also took place in Atlanta, Georgia, and Pinewood Atlanta Studios, with CGI helping to bring the Quantum Realm to life.

Fun Facts about the Movie

• Ant-Man and The Wasp is the first Marvel film to feature a female hero in its title, marking an important milestone for the MCU.
• Evangeline Lilly performed many of her own stunts as the Wasp, solidifying her character as a formidable hero in her own right.
• The film’s post-credits scene connects directly to Avengers: Infinity War, setting up important plot points for Avengers: Endgame.

Quotes from the Movie

• “Do you guys just put ‘quantum’ in front of everything?” — Scott Lang
• “I’m sorry. I know you’re just trying to help. But I have to do this alone.” — Hope van Dyne
• “If only Cap could see you now.” — Hank Pym

Cast

• Paul Rudd as Scott Lang / Ant-Man
• Evangeline Lilly as Hope van Dyne / The Wasp
• Michael Douglas as Dr. Hank Pym
• Michelle Pfeiffer as Janet van Dyne
• Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr / Ghost
• Laurence Fishburne as Dr. Bill Foster
• Michael Peña as Luis
• Walton Goggins as Sonny Burch
• Bobby Cannavale as Paxton
• Judy Greer as Maggie
• Abby Ryder Fortson as Cassie Lang

Writers

• Chris McKenna
• Erik Sommers
• Paul Rudd
• Andrew Barrer
• Gabriel Ferrari

Have you seen this movie? Was it a hit or miss for you? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.