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The first “Black Panther” movie, released back in 2018, undoubtedly left its mark on the superhero movie industry, claiming many firsts, such as being a big-budget superhero movie with a Black hero, director and a majority Black cast
It’s 2012, and the very first “Avengers” franchise film just released in theaters. Marvel fans have finally received the film they’ve been wanting for decades. The critics’ reception of the film was excellent, and the general public knew that a sequel was the natural next step in the world of Marvel superhero films. However, it’s safe to say that no Marvel fan knew just how hugely oversaturated the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) would become in the ensuing years.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a franchise known for its iconic characters and breathtaking moments that have highlighted each movie.
“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” Marvel’s first film starring a predominantly Asian cast, faced obstacles to its success before the movie even hit the theaters. One hurdle, fans noted, was Marvel’s apparent lack of “Shang-Chi” promotions compared to other films. This issue was enforced by the fact that Disney CEO Bob Chapek dubbed its release strategy “an interesting experiment,” a comment which sparked backlash from audience members and cast members alike.
Spider-Man is in a unique position in Hollywood. As a character, he has had four different actors, writers, directors and distinct styles depict him since the turn of the century – and that’s just for movie versions of Peter Parker.
