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A drawing for an article about the MCU shows a tub overflowing with water.

San Diego’s Comic-Con Proves the MCU Is Getting Too Big

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

It’s time to step away from the universe that’s expanded too much for its own good.…

August 14, 2022

A Drawing of Thor: Love and Thunder shows the female Thor crouching while a man facing away from the camera stands in the background.

Strong Women Fail To Shine in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

Director Taika Waititi delivers a colorful movie with powerful female characters but still falls short of true representation.…

July 22, 2022

Kate Bishop with Hawkeye in Marvel Studios' Hawkeye

‘Hawkeye’ Is the Heartwarming Marvel Gem Few Were Expecting

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

One of the MCU's most underrated heroes finally got his turn in the spotlight and pleasantly surprised fans all over the world.…

January 1, 2022

Photo of the characters from The Wheel of Time

‘The Wheel of Time’ Takes Center Stage as the Next Big Fantasy TV Series

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

Amazon Prime Video's new show aims to fill the large gap left by the conclusion of ‘Game of Thrones.'…

November 17, 2021

Streaming, Blockbusters and Contracts: Talking About the Scarlett Johansson Versus Disney Lawsuit

Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

This famous MCU actress is fighting for the money she earned as the titular hero of 'Black Widow.'…

September 2, 2021

In an article about Black Widow, Natasha Romanoff faces away from the viewer against a brown and gold background.

Does ‘Black Widow’ Make Up For the Mistreatment of Natasha Romanoff?

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

Here is a look at the character's complicated and sometimes controversial history in the MCU, and how her solo film finally allows her to shine.…

July 17, 2021

Marvel’s Lineup Is as Impressive as It Is Intimidating. Let’s Break It Down

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

Even though there’s been no new Marvel content in 2020, the latest Disney Plus event announced all kinds of new shows and movies that have fans excited for the new year.…

January 11, 2021

The shattered symbols of Captain America, Iron Man and Black Widow, who have left the MCU.

Which Superheroes Will Lead the MCU Into Its New Era?

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Someone has to fill the void left by Iron Man, Captain America and Black Widow. Who will step up?…

August 6, 2020

Harley Quinn, one of many women in comics, holding a bat.

Harley Quinn and Black Widow Lead the Revolution of Women in Comics

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

Violent, dark and gritty. Here's why these superheroines deserve as much recognition as their idealized counterparts, like Wonder Woman.…

February 16, 2020

‘Black Widow’ Gives Marvel a Chance to Change Things Up in Phase Four

Noah Carey, University of Pennsylvania

The redheaded assassin's solo film could be the mold-breaking success that the MCU needs.…

July 4, 2019

Surprise! Scarlett Johansson Is Going to Play a Transgender Man

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Much like her controversial role in 'Ghost in the Shell,' Johansson's casting in 'Rub & Tug' has not been well received.…

July 5, 2018

8 Times Marvel Made Fans Crave a ‘Black Widow’ Solo Film

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

As one of the earliest and most badass Avengers, fans think it’s time for a 'Black Widow' solo film.…

May 17, 2018

Why the ‘Strong Female Character’ Doesn’t Represent Real Women

Lauren Diethelm, University of California at Santa Cruz

Screenwriters continue to develop unrealistic female characters who lack depth, emotion and inner strength.…

September 21, 2016

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