This movie is solely an exposition film for The Avengers, so it was hard to watch knowing that while making it, plot wasn't a huge deal, so long as people knew the Cap and where he came from. It was still and enjoyable film, and I do think it's necessary to the Avengers franchise because of key plot points

This film was really strange. I did indeed like it, but the story was just so weird. Phenomenal performances from everyone involved.

need I say anything?

One of the most amazing and well done films of 2012. It was truly jawdroppingly gorgeous and Shannon's performance was phenomenal.