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For the last two decades, superhero blockbusters have dominated the film industry to the indignation of acclaimed filmmakers. In the business’s current state of disrepair, the industry has its heroes in those that have graced the silver screen.

Marvel, DC Comics franchises are the heroes cinema needs

Caroline Coffey '22, Staff Writer March 25, 2022

After nearly two years of halted film production, delayed releases and the ascent of online streaming, the film industry is holding out for a hero.  In 2020, theatrical entertainment amounted to a...

Marvel’s ‘Eternals’ hit theatres Nov. 5, receiving extremely mixed reviews from critics across the industry. While director Chloé Zhao’s storytelling becomes convoluted and unclear as the film unfolds, the characters’ stories reflect the human experience in one of Marvel’s most successful attempts yet to humanize its idolized heroes.

Marvel’s ‘Eternals’ redefines cultural perceptions of superheroes

Allie Gillman '23, Business Manager December 16, 2021

Marvel’s newest group of galactic heroes put on quite the spectacle in this  installment of interdimensional conflict. We witness director Chloé Zhao fighting to reign in the film’s industrial-strength...

‘尚氣’ 将Marvel动作与爱情、文化、喜剧融为一体

Ella Shi '23, Features Editor September 28, 2021

*This story will be featured in the September 2021 issue in English “尚氣十环传” 在很多方面都是首创。自 COVID-19 大流行开始以来,这是第一部专门在影院上映,而不是在...

Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie star as Bucky Barnes and Sam Wilson in Marvel’s newest TV show, “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.” Despite the high bar set by Marvel’s premier Phase IV TV show, “WandaVision,” the new show lacks a sense of innovation and thoughtfulness.

‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ falls short of ‘WandaVision’’s creativity

Eliza Barr ’21, Photography director April 5, 2021

Less than a month ago, Marvel was riding a creative high. “WandaVision,” the revolutionary show that kickstarted “Phase IV” of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), was receiving such high praise...

"WandaVision" kicked off Marvel Studios’ new bracket of television shows on Jan. 15, with episode five set to air on Feb. 5. Straying from the action-packed genre that characterized Marvel productions for over a decade, the beginning of the show harkens to the era of classic American sitcoms such as “I Love Lucy” and “Leave It To Beaver.”

Beguiling first episodes of Marvel Studios’ ‘WandaVision’ are worth the watch

Allison Gillman ’23, Web Opinions Editor February 4, 2021

*This article contains spoilers for “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame.” If you have not seen one of these three movies and consider yourself a Marvel...

Marvel movies appeal to moviegoers

Marvel movies appeal to moviegoers

Mark Didio '20, Staff Writer February 5, 2019

Iron Man, Spiderman, Black Panther and Captain America are some of the most famous and popular heroes in the past ten years. Their movies have all grossed over a billion dollars combined. All these movie...

“Iron Fist” collapses in second season

“Iron Fist” collapses in second season

October 30, 2018

By Reece Keusch '19 All of Marvel’s Netflix shows have been both praised and criticized, but “Iron Fist” season two has been rightfully subject to criticism far more than any other. After a shaky...

“Captain Marvel”: Marvel Cinematic Universe releases first-ever female led movie

“Captain Marvel”: Marvel Cinematic Universe releases first-ever female led movie

October 4, 2018

By Mark Didio '20 Marvel entertainment released the first ever female-driven Superhero movie trailer, “Captain Marvel” on Sept. 18. Actress Brie Larson will star as Carol Danvers, who later becomes...

Marvel’s “Black Panther” exceeds expectations

Marvel’s “Black Panther” exceeds expectations

March 14, 2018

Isa Didio ’18 Ryan Coogler’s “Black Panther” is a perhaps the best Marvel movie to date. A combination of emotionally appealing characters, stunning visuals and impactful messages, the film...

‘Ragnarok’ redeems Thor story line

‘Ragnarok’ redeems Thor story line

November 15, 2017

By Allie D’Angelo ’20

[Nov. 2016 Arts] “Doctor Strange” bewitches late-2016 box office

November 23, 2016

By Christoph Russi '18   In Scott Derrickson’s “Doctor Strange,” the Marvel cinematic universe churns out yet another joyride action/adventure superhero movie, but this time with an appealingly...

Luke Cage Lives Up

Luke Cage Lives Up

Ari McCoy '17 November 2, 2016

As Netflix continues to add original shows, new series Luke Cage premiered with significant excitement. Unlike many other Netflix originals, the new Marvel series lived up to the hype. The show stars...

“X-Men” proves to be a movie apocalypse

“X-Men” proves to be a movie apocalypse

June 3, 2016

“X-men Apocalypse” kicked off with a major throwback to the ancient egyptian times. The opening scene set the tone for the action-packed parts that would happen throughout the movie. After the release...

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