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Wonder Man: A Grounded Spotlight That Reframes the MCU Hero

A review praising Wonder Man as a grounded, character-driven Marvel limited series under the Marvel Spotlight banner. It follows actor Simon Williams whose superpowers are an obstacle to his dream, explores Hollywood’s filmmaking process (notably in episode 4’s Doorman, which delves into the Doorman Clause) with stylish black-and-white visuals, and uses Williams's relatable aspirations to highlight the human side of heroes. The piece argues the show restores Marvel's focus on intimate stories and hints at a hopeful future for the MCU amid competition, rating it 7.5/10 and noting Williams's rapid rise as a new fan favorite.

via SlashFilm|

#doorman-clause #marvel-spotlight #simon-williams

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Marvel's 'Echo' Sets New Direction for MCU Spotlight Banner

Marvel's new Disney+ series, Echo, will be the first under Marvel's Spotlight banner, focusing on grounded, character-driven stories separate from the larger MCU continuity. The series follows Maya Lopez as she faces her past, reconnects with her Native American roots, and explores the themes of family and community. Echo marks Marvel's foray into TV-MA ratings and promises a grittier tone, showcasing the breadth of what Marvel is capable of. All five episodes of Echo will be released simultaneously on Disney+ and Hulu on January 10.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#disney #echo #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Echo: Marvel's New Spotlight Series Breaks MCU Continuity Mold"

Marvel Studios will introduce a new "Marvel Spotlight" for some of its TV shows, starting with the upcoming series Echo. The Spotlight shows will focus on more grounded, character-driven stories with street-level stakes, separate from the larger MCU continuity. Echo, Marvel's first TV-MA show, will not require viewers to have seen other Marvel series to understand the story. This approach may pave the way for other mature-themed shows like Daredevil and Punisher to exist within the MCU framework. Echo is set to premiere on Disney+ and Hulu on January 10, 2024.

via Gizmodo|

#echo #entertainment #marvel-spotlight

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Marvel's 'Echo' Launches New Spinoff Series with Less Emphasis on MCU Continuity

Marvel's upcoming spinoff series, "Echo," will debut under the new Marvel Spotlight banner, which focuses on standalone stories rather than connecting to the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The Marvel Spotlight branding is inspired by an anthology comic book series from 1971 that featured self-contained stories. Despite being part of the Marvel Spotlight banner, "Echo" actually connects to the MCU, as it follows the character Maya Lopez, who first appeared in Disney+'s "Hawkeye." The series will prioritize street-level stakes and character-driven narratives.

via Deadline|

#disney #echo #entertainment