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entertainment2 years ago•13 min saved

"Marvel's 'Echo': A Game-Changing Series in the MCU"

Sydney Freeland, the first openly transgender director in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, brings her unique perspective to the historic series "Echo," featuring the first deaf, disabled, and Indigenous lead character. The show explores Indigenous culture and community on a fictional Oklahoma reservation, breaking new ground in representation and storytelling. Freeland's personal approach to Native and deaf representation, along with her creative freedom, has allowed her to bring a fresh and authentic perspective to the MCU, making a significant impact on the industry.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#echo #entertainment #indigenous-representation

entertainment2 years ago•8 min saved

"Marvel's 'Echo': A Bold and Bloody Triumph or a Death Knell for the MCU?"

"Echo" marks several firsts for Marvel Studios as it introduces the MCU's first deaf and Native American character, Maya Lopez, and becomes the first Marvel series to receive a TV-MA rating. Director and executive producer Sydney Freeland emphasizes the series' grounded and gritty nature, aiming for authenticity and cultural specificity in depicting the Deaf and Indigenous lead character. Freeland discusses the challenges and considerations in crafting a dynamic story with a non-speaking lead, as well as the importance of cultural consultation and feedback from the Choctaw Nation. The series debuts on Disney+ and Hulu, showcasing a more visceral and street-level narrative while incorporating a one-shot fight scene and navigating the introduction of Daredevil into the story.

via Deadline|

#deaf-representation #echo #entertainment