State of the Nerd Union 2024 Edition | The Midnight Boys
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Navigating Character Depth in the MCU
This chapter delves into the creative challenges the Marvel Cinematic Universe faces regarding character representation and storytelling, particularly with the new Captain America film. The discussion highlights the reliance on legacy characters and nostalgia, critiquing the potential loss of individual character narratives, especially for Sam Wilson. It advocates for more self-contained stories that focus on character depth and cohesion rather than an overemphasis on crossovers and multiple storylines.
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