By Caroline Ocampo, The University of Texas at Arlington

The misunderstood villain is a much-needed symbol for Indigenous Mesoamerican people.

By Tori Rose, Spartanburg Methodist College

Whether it’s too many new films and shows, underdeveloped new characters or too many out-of-place jokes, its latest wave of movies may be bringing down the MCU.

By Braden Beck, California State Channel Islands

Are they merely cash grabs for greedy Hollywood studios, or are they passion projects that do justice to characters and honor fans?

By Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

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

By Tori Rose, Spartanburg Methodist College

With its jokes, quirky characters and wondrous adventures, the series is fun to watch. However, some aspects are dull and worse — confusing.

By Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Critics may not be falling head over heels for the latest ‘Marvel movie, but sometimes you need to ignore the bad reviews and just have some good old-fashioned entertainment.

By Virginia Beall, Elon University

The latest entry in the MCU may be science fiction, but it isn’t entirely out of the realm of possibility.

By Meredith Granmayeh, Chapman University

In an increasingly online world, the line between enthusiasm and obsession in fan communities has become blurred.

By Myles Allan, University of New Haven

As Marvel tries to keep its current fanbase, it leaves new fans behind.

By Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The show offers MCU fans a new take on a superhero movie while prioritizing mental health issues and Egyptian mythology and culture.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

While the Marvel Cinematic Universe tells beautiful tales of its many characters, there is one superhero whose character arc has been a tad underwhelming.

By Joy Young, Chapman University

Marvel’s response to honoring a beloved superhero makes fans question if it really is ‘Wakanda Forever.’

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

The movie of the year has finally come to the big screen as it has taken over the world. Now that some time has passed, it’s time to analyze where this movie stands.

By Joy Young, Chapman University

By Becky Hardin, University of Arizona Global Campus

The Disney+ documentary series takes the Marvel superhero to new heights, but are they too steep for the actor to conquer?

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

As Marvel dives further into the multiverse, time travel and more, the newest Disney+ series may be exactly what Marvel needs to keep in touch with reality.

By Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

The newest Phase Four Marvel movie is excellent in some areas, but leaves fans disappointed in others.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

The trailer for ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ just dropped, but it feels like something is missing from the friendly neighborhood superhero.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

The long wait is finally over.

By Ian Linn, Oberlin College

What the newest Marvel fare lacks in substance it mostly makes up for in style. But is that enough to differentiate it from the franchise’s previous works?

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

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

By Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Marvel’s new alternate universe series may not be a masterpiece of thought-provoking fiction, but it’s a breath of fresh air, brimming with unexpected answers to unexpected questions.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

The show’s finale left the Marvel Cinematic Universe wide open for speculation. The multiverse contains infinite possibilities.

By 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.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

Is this R-rated trend the evolution of the genre and will the MCU ever transform to follow it?

By Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

Marvel’s cinema franchise confirming this character’s sexual identity demonstrates the importance of increasing diversity and representation in popular media.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

As the MCU continues with new Disney+ shows like ‘WandaVision’ and ‘Loki,’ speculation and theorizing runs rampant and adds to the excitement. Mephisto was just the beginning.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

Unlike many superhero movies, Marvel’s latest mini-series, ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,’ shows something more down-to-earth: Bucky Barnes and his ongoing battle against PTSD.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

The celebrated superhero mini-series has been regarded as the TV series of the year because of its many outstanding attributes, such as its detailed depiction of sorrow.

By Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Has Wanda Maximoff managed to create her own reality in Marvel’s new show? Or is it something more sinister?

By James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

These ‘Avengers’ films can impact its viewers more in 2020 as the pandemic opens up a new perspective on the Infinity Saga.

By 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?

By Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

From new heroes to new threats, the upcoming comic book film has the potential to begin a new and exciting phase in the MCU.

By S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Combining real-life issues and movie worlds isn’t always a bad idea.

By 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.

By Ashley Peterson, Geneva College

With great intellectual property comes great responsibility.

By Emma Dailey Mitchell, Columbia College Chicago

Probably not. It’ll take a lot to clean up Joss Whedon’s mess.

By Ashley Peterson, Geneva College

The next phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe promises to fill the next two years with our favorite superheroes and some new contenders.

By Emma Dailey Mitchell, Columbia College Chicago

Hold on to your capes.

By Ashley Peterson, Geneva College

The latest addition to the MCU is full of laughs, action and plenty of heart, but the post-credits scene is a true revelation.

By Noah Carey, University of Pennsylvania

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

By Casey Breneman, University of Virginia

If Marvel’s not going to tell fans anything, they’re going to come up with their own solutions.

By Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

During his lifetime, even Lee was amazed with how popular the MCU had become.

By Daisy Orozco, Cal State University, Northridge

Could losing the controversial filmmaker cost Disney?

By Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Rumors are swirling about two of the MCU’s best anti-heroes finally getting their time in the spotlight.

By Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Actor Tom Holland accidentally revealed the name on an Instagram post, but skeptics are calling the slip-up intentional.

By Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

The ‘Avengers’ actress revealed that the Marvel women are ready for an all-female film.

By Liam Ainslie Mayo, Bard College

Thanos is one of the greatest villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe — partly because of how heroic he is.