The winter soldier is one of the best sequels ever in cinema. Not only does it build upon its predecessor, but it expands on it so well it can hold its merit by itself. This movie discusses politics but in a subtle way. It shows how we approach politics in general. Like Captain America, it is our core individual beliefs that motivate us. This movie focuses on Captain America to the max. This is a character-focused film without giving anything much to the plot, but it manages to fit in the massive story it has. I have no issues with the film, and maybe the antagonists could've been more explained and fleshed out in the film. But it gives enough of what the movie needs. But this film is a near-perfect film.