![]() Though the DC Extended Universe experienced many disappointments with the likes of Batman v Superman and Suicide Squad, Wonder Woman swooped in and defied all the odds and became a groundbreaking success in many ways.Īs the first comic book movie helmed by a female director, Wonder Woman features a revolutionary depiction of the titular hero that set a high standard for how women are portrayed in the superhero genre. Wonder Woman (2017) Image used with permission by copyright holder Many people, including the film’s own cast, thought that this would be the MCU’s first box-office bomb, but theaters instead blew up with hilarity and excitement over this new team of misfits and their truly awesome mix.ĭirector James Gunn proved all the naysayers wrong by taking a group of unknown characters, including a talking tree and a gunslinging raccoon, and made them one of Marvel’s most beloved bands of heroes thanks to an endearing story, spectacular visuals, and plenty of laughs to go around. Guardians of the Galaxy (2013) MarvelĮven after The Avengers broke new ground for the superhero genre, Guardians of the Galaxy came in and pushed the boundaries of what comic book movies could do. As friends and allies clash in a raw and emotional bout of ideals, this film proves that the greatest threat the Avengers ever faced is themselves. Though Cap and his allies once again find themselves fleeing from the authorities, Civil War brings together Avengers old and new, including Black Panther and Spider-Man, to meet each other in a superpowered battle for the ages. Captain America: Civil War (2016) Image used with permission by copyright holderĪfter one of their missions causes an international tragedy, the Avengers are split in half as they are pressured to have their actions limited by the government, all while Captain America uncovers a conspiracy to tear them all apart. Though this film places Cap in the modern world, it takes a refreshing approach to filmmaking by presenting more hardcore, but practical action scenes, with the famous elevator fight being the high point. After learning Hydra has infiltrated S.H.I.E.L.D., Cap goes on the run with Black Widow and is forced to face his best friend, Bucky, who is now Hydra’s titular brainwashed assassin. In their breakout debut in superhero cinema, directors Anthony and Joe Russo reinvigorated Captain America’s story by pitting him against the very government he fights for in this outstanding spy thriller. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) Image used with permission by copyright holder ![]()
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