Despite this movie costing an insane $200 million, there are long stretches of time throughout this movie in which Spidey is nowhere to be seen, instead relying on the affability of Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker to see us through. SFX's review of the movie put it perfectly: " must drain the budget, which is probably one of the reasons why the costumed crimefighter disappears for a good chunk of the movie halfway in!" As with the aforementioned lack of action, there are long stretches of the movie where Spidey is nowhere to be seen and Webb indulges Peter's drama just a little too much. Trimming away just a few of these scenes would lighten the load considerably, and make getting through the film feel less of a chore, as Spider-Man's presence would feel a little more balanced compared to the over-use of Peter. That's not to put Garfield down at all: he does a fine job as Peter Parker, but there are only so many scenes one can stomach where he stares doe-eyed at Gwen Stacy, or has a Serious Conversation with Aunt May.
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