MCU

Over the course of the MCU’s reign, we’ve seen the life and death of Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark, as he heroically sacrificed himself to protect the universe against Thanos. Now, almost three years since Tony snapped his fingers, the MCU has become more varied than ever. The introduction of the multiverse has given rise to new villains and the return of old friends from past movies—like Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield’s iterations of Spider-Man....

From Tony’s first fight against Obadiah Stane to his defining moment against Thanos, there have been all kinds of fights on the big screen in the name of Marvel, entertaining us for years on end. As the MCU continues to evolve, the battles also shift in ways that redefine how heroes are perceived in Marvel’s universe. King T’Challa fighting Erik Killmonger is just one example, bringing into stark focus the old saying: “Heavy is the head that wears the crown....

When it comes to Marvel movies—and all mainstream blockbuster films, if we’re being honest—it’s important to hook the audience right away. We need to know that the time commitment is going to be worth it, and the first few minutes need to convince us of that. Fortunately, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has got their opening scenes down to a fine art. The opening sequences for MCU films have successfully enticed viewers in varying ways, from funny character-establishing moments to heartbreaking setups....