Marvel’s latest blockbuster is another effort at “breaking new ground”. In many ways it does, with Marvel’s first deaf superhero Makari, the first openly gay character Phastos, and the first on-screen sex scene (short and tame, but still interesting). All of these are good things to finally show on a Marvel screen. The problem is … Continue reading Eternals – A Cosmic Setup
Marvel Studios is known for their action-packed blockbuster films starring classic heroes like Iron Man and Captain America. But they’ve taken a more nuanced approach to their first Disney+ shows. In the latest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier explores PTSD and trauma recovery, in a world eerily parallel … Continue reading The Hero’s Journey: Trauma and Catharsis in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Well this is it. We have reached the conclusion of the saga that spanned over a decade. While there will be other Marvel movies, none will have the same power and grit and wonder as these first 20. 20 movies, that is an unprecedented accomplishment. Star Wars has made 9 movies in 20 years, Marvel … Continue reading Avengers Endgame-A Grateful (Cinematic) Universe
Elena’s Grace 