When the Marvel Cinematic Universe started, it was led by Captain America, Thor, and Iron Man. Throughout their 10 year journey, they have each been defined by a distinct individual trait: Steve by valor, Thor by growth, and Tony by sacrifice. How and why did these qualities shape the three men? Captain America Valor means…
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The Impact of Avatar: The Last Airbender
In 2005, a show called Avatar: The Last Airbender aired on Nickelodeon. It’s been 14 years since its release, and fans of the series still haven’t forgotten its iconic characters and moments. But how did the show create such a huge impact and long-lasting legacy? Avatar: The Last Airbender has a simple yet understandable plot:…
Read MoreDepression & Anxiety: How Comic Books & Anime Help Me Through It
I was born on June 5th, 1998 at 2 pounds. A doctor told my parents I wouldn’t grow into the healthy boy they hoped for, and today I stand nearly 6 feet tall. All my life, people have told me things about myself, things that were never easy to hear and things that that have…
Read MoreHow Marvel Changed Franchise Filmmaking
Before Marvel Studios began their cinematic universe, there were quite a few universes already established, such as Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, The Dark Knight Trilogy, and Harry Potter. Many films had a sequel, a trilogy, or a full franchise, but never before have there been 18 interconnected films leading up to mega crossover…
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