Now that people are finally getting their eyes on Captain Marvel, first reactions are flying on to the internet higher, further, and faster than you’d imagine. There’s been a ton of hype focused in the film’s direction; even though the Brie Larson-starring action flick is an MCU prequel set in the 1990s, it’s also the last stop between the Earth-snapping cliffhanger in Avengers: Infinity War and the upcoming Avengers: Endgame. Plus, it acts as the official introduction to Larson’s Carol Danvers—teased in Infinity War‘s end-credits scene—one of the most powerful characters in Marvel history and, most likely, the one who is on her way to save all our asses come Endgame time.

Directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, Captain Marvel also stars Jude Law, Samuel L. Jackson, Gemma Chan, Annette Bening, and Djimon Hounsou. Lee Pace will reprise his Ronan the Accuser role from the first Guardians of the Galaxy, while Ben Mendelsohn will don heavy prosthetics to play the film’s Big Bad, a Skrull named Talos.

The first reactions are, unsurprisingly, out of this world. Larson apparently kicks the expected amount of ass as Carol Danvers, but what has me truly excited is how weird this movie sounds. Marvel films occasionally fall into that familiar formula, but surprises like Guardians of the Galaxy and Thor: Ragnarok are what keep me coming back to that universe. Captain Marvel seems to fit into that mold, a deep-space adventure that people are using words like “trippy” and “ambitious to describe. Plus, Ben Mendelsohn apparently steals the show, and I’m always here for a Mendelsohn party.

Full reviews of Captain Marvel won’t be available until March 5, but you can check out the first, immediate reactions below. The film hits theaters on March 8.

CAPTAIN MARVEL isn’t what I expected based on marketing. It’s pretty much an “all in” cosmic space movie. Also, it’s a lot weirder than I expected. Ben Mendelsohn is awesome as Talos. — Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) February 20, 2019

#CaptainMarvel has a great ‘90s sci-fi vibe w/ a tone unlike any other Marvel movie, really. It’s retro & trippy, mysterious & dorky. It’s funny in surprising places & badass in all the right places. It remains entertaining because it’s always changing. It’s got the right stuff pic.twitter.com/o7AvqYY63x — Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) February 20, 2019

Captain Marvel is a blast! Has some cool surprises that I definitely didn’t see coming, and the mystery/origin it weaves is engaging and fun. Brie Larson is awesome, and makes a fantastic first step into the MCU #CaptainMarvel pic.twitter.com/oqrRtgDQrp — Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) February 20, 2019

Lots of fun Easter eggs in #CaptainMarvel that link it to the history and other films in the MCU. Watch closely. — Anna Klassen (@AnnaJKlassen) February 20, 2019

Captain Marvel is a mixed bag. First half is slow and uninspired. Second half much better. Feels like directors could not escape Marvel formula. Mendelson steals the move. VfX of full Marvel powers much better than trailers. — Gregory Ellwood – Playlist (@TheGregoryE) February 20, 2019

Really loved #CaptainMarvel. It’s a little wobbly at times but only because it’s so ambitious. It’s beautifully constructed, hilarious and offers tons of surprises. @brielarson obviously rules but Ben Mendelsohn is the surprise MVP. pic.twitter.com/yQLQGl2Yt0 — Drew Taylor (@DrewTailored) February 20, 2019

#CaptainMarvel is (takes deep 90s breath) TOTALLY AWESOME. Never related to a Marvel character quite like Carol. She’s the stubborn witty 90s kid I like to think I am. pic.twitter.com/H6Q9s90KHA — Ash Crossan (@AshCrossan) February 20, 2019

#CaptainMarvel is a welcome addition to the #MCU. The movie is really well done with some great moments. #benmendelsohn steals almost every scene he's in. @brielarson literally shines in the role. So ready for #AvengersEndGame pic.twitter.com/GET0socRjl — Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) February 20, 2019

Realized something half way through #CaptainMarvel…the de-aging technology being used has become so seamless that I forgot it was being used. We are on the precipice of something both exciting and scary. Can only imagine what Scorsese will do with it in 'The Irishman'. pic.twitter.com/JvYbobhoXp — Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) February 20, 2019

Fans of #CaptainMarvel comics are going to love the movie. Plain and simple. — Brandon Davis (@BrandonDavisBD) February 20, 2019

#CaptainMarvel is a great origin story. Brie’s buddy cop chemistry with @SamuelLJackson is so much fun and her relationship with Lashana Lynch is the real heart of it. Ben Mendelsohn and the cat both steal the show. — Peter Sciretta (@slashfilm) February 20, 2019

Some initial #CaptainMarvel reactions: 1. Cat people will love this movie.

2. Several truly magnificent music moments for this 90s kid.

3. Carol’s hero moment was very cathartic/true to the female experience, imho.

4. The MCU feels more complete now that Carol is in it. — Kayti Burt (@kaytiburt) February 20, 2019