Shang-Chi: Legacy of the Rings

I'm going to come out & say that this edit, thoroughly replaces the original movie for me. Whereas with the original I couldn't get over my negative biases towards the almost Rise of Skywalker specialness placed on Shang-Chi & his family, the opening of this edit focuses more on the trauma Shaun has as a result of being his father's son, which is far more engaging. Nothing feels out of place & I like that Katy remains someone who's satisfied with where her life is right now.

Without saying too much, while I thought it was a little weird how the valet parking job was basically removed, I did love how the first time we see adult Shaun is with Katy at dinner, showing what positive influence she is in his life. That's how much thought went into reordering the movie. Literally, I only have one nitpick about removing Katy trying & failing to confuse the assassins by singing Hotel California, both because it's a setup that isn't paid off until the post-credit scene, & the rule of threes for comedy.

Honestly, that's my only complaint. This edit rescued the movie for me. Don't go looking for spoilers, just watch this edit & see for yourself.

Long time since I saw the original, in cinema actually, so I cannot really compare it to the original.
But I can say that the editing is flawless, and I was invested the whole way through. I could empathize more with all the characters this time and perhaps it was because of this editor.
It is a cohesive story line and engaging action and dialog. This is my go to edit and I enjoyed it more this time!