Aquaman

In "Aquaman," the film introduces Arthur Curry, a half-human, half-Atlantean man who possesses the powers of water manipulation and superhuman strength. Although he is the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis, Arthur has lived most of his life on land, unaware of his royal heritage.

As the rightful heir to the throne, Arthur's half-brother, King Orm, seeks to unite the seven underwater kingdoms and wage war against the surface world for polluting the oceans. To prevent this devastating conflict, Princess Mera seeks out Arthur, urging him to embrace his destiny as the true ruler of Atlantis and challenge Orm for the throne.

Reluctant at first, Arthur embarks on a journey to Atlantis, where he must confront his past, embrace his powers, and prove himself worthy of the crown. With the help of Mera, as well as his mentor, Nudis Vulko, and the mythical trident of Atlantis, Arthur must make the right choice that will define him as a king and as a man.

Beyond its stunning visual appeal, "Aquaman" takes a courageous stance on highlighting the consequences of human actions on the fragile ecosystems of the ocean: it prompts a reflection on humanity's impact on the environment by using Atlantis as a symbolic representation of our planet's aquatic wonders. Plus, the call for unity between the surface world and the underwater realms also transcends the boundaries of fiction to resonate as an urgent plea for real-life global cooperation in safeguarding our planet's natural treasures.

Release: 2018

Stars: Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 65%