A disappointingly mediocre take on one of marvel's most interesting character. Hardy as venom has so much potential on paper but everything about this film seems mediocre. From the plot lines, the villain, the love interest, everything seems to be there just to get by. Some great action scenes here and there, but not enough to making the film anywhere near the standard of so many other superhero films. Maybe it is better for everyone involved if Disney can just get all the IPs back sooner rather than later.