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Overall: 17
Stronger than the first installment of Captain America, with better writing, better visuals, and more heart. The real aspect that sets this movie apart, however, is it's story. It stays true to Steve Rogers (Capt. America) personality, and does a great job of giving him a moral dilemma without changing him into a flawed hero (yes I am tired of that cliche at this moment). It is also nice that this movie stays as pro-America as it's hero--it gets tiring to only be reminded of our defects as a country--despite recognition of some individual and governmental failings. You don't have to be a comic movie fan to enjoy watching this upbeat action-thriller; it is definitely worth your time!
Writing: 6
The Winter Soldier easily handles being a stand-alone movie for those who have not seen the first installment (or any of the other Marvel movies for that matter), while having tons of tie-ins to the overall Marvel world in a way that doesn't feel forced or contrived. The other aspect that I really enjoy is that this film is as much thriller as action (read: it actually has a captivating story between punches, or maybe it has some great punches within the story :).
Presentation: 5
Overall good visually, but movie does not get too creative or out there with what it displays. It fits right with the rest of the Marvel films, and the action is acrobatic and attractive. The strong writing is well delivered, especially by Chris Evans (Capt. America) who does a great job of making an honorable character more than a caricature.
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