This chapter explores the early attempts at Marvel movies, the frustration of Marvel Entertainment, and the pivotal moment when David Maisel pitched the idea of Marvel forming its own studio. It also delves into the unconventional nature of Marvel Studios and the challenges Maisel faced in convincing both the Marvel board and the banks of the value of their characters.
Long before Marvel was under the Disney umbrella, it was a conglomerate that wasn’t terribly interested in making movies.
Mary Long caught up with Dave Gonzales, a co-author of MCU: the Reign of Marvel Studios to discuss:
- Why making superhero movies wasn’t always an obvious decision.
- The success, and future problems, created by “Iron Man.”
- How the pandemic changed Marvel.
Company discussed: DIS
Host: Mary Long
Guest: Dave Gonzales
Producer: Ricky Mulvey
Engineer: Tim Sparks
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