Doctor Strange is one of Marvel's better origin films. A lot of this has to do with Benedict Cumberbatch, who's great as Strange. He does a good job portraying the character's arrogance while also bringing about his inner vulnerability. You believe all the craziness going on around him because he's there to ground things. At the same time the visuals, as many have pointed out, are really stunning. They effectively evoke Steve Ditko's art from the early Doctor Strange comics. This film is a good example of the proper use of CGI, to do things you can't do with practical effects. The score, by Micheal Giacchino, is one of the better one's I've heard in a Marvel film.
Like most Marvel Movies, Doctor Strange is not without its flaws. The comic relief, though it mostly works, sometimes falls flat. The villain, played by Mads Mikkelsen, is somewhat bland, though I did understand and even sympathize with his motives, which is more than I can say for most Marvel movie villains. Finally, and more importantly, there's a scene in the middle of the film that feels rushed, and somewhat contrived. This damaged Strange's character arc for me.
In the end, Doctor Strange is another fine addition to the MCU.
Score: 8.5/10
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