The Big Picture

‘Captain America: Brave New World’ Is Marvel’s Rock Bottom. Now What?

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Feb 14, 2025
Film critic Chris Ryan joins the hosts to dissect the chaos of 'Captain America: Brave New World.' They dive into the film's numerous rewrites and production struggles, questioning Harrison Ford's role choices. The discussion emphasizes the film's disconnect within the Marvel Cinematic Universe and its confusion as a political thriller over a superhero story. They critically assess the visual effects and lackluster character arcs, expressing concern about Marvel's declining quality and the franchise's future amidst Hollywood's ever-evolving landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Pre-Movie Dinner

  • The hosts, Sean and Amanda, discuss their pre-movie dinner at Wood Ranch in Burbank.
  • They skipped dessert due to a misunderstanding about the screening time.
INSIGHT

Fading Memory

  • The film starts to fade from memory quickly, even during the end credits.
  • Sean suggests discussing it immediately for a fresh perspective.
ANECDOTE

Captain America Transition

  • Amanda asks Sean when Sam Wilson officially became Captain America.
  • Sean explains it happened at the end of Avengers: Endgame when Steve Rogers stayed in the past.
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