In a move that's both refreshing and unexpected, Sony's latest installment in the Venom franchise, Venom: The Last Dance, has opted to stay in its lane, eschewing the multiverse and crossovers that have become a hallmark of modern comic book movies. Instead, the film focuses on the ups and downs of Eddie Brock's (Tom Hardy) relationship with the alien symbiote, Venom.

Directed by Kelly Marcel, The Last Dance picks up where Let There Be Carnage left off, with Eddie and Venom on the run from the government and special-ops soldier Rex Strickland (Chiwetel Ejiofor). The film's narrative is more focused on the consequences of their past adventures, bringing the trilogy to a close.

While the plot may be weak, and the supporting characters underdeveloped, Tom Hardy's performances as Eddie and Venom are the film's biggest strength. The movie's visuals, however, leave much to be desired.

The significance of Venom: The Last Dance lies in its decision to stay true to its ridiculous roots, rather than attempting to integrate with the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe. This move is a refreshing change of pace in an era of comic book movies dominated by crossovers and multiverse storylines.