A lot of baseless critiques of the Marvel Cinematic Universe are put out there.
However, plenty of valid complaints about this cinematic universe are worth mentioning.
These issues don’t have to do with things like whether someone likesBrie Larsonor not.
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However, others settle for doing the bare minimum to the project’s ultimate detriment.
Being formulaic doesn’t necessarily mean that a film is bad, either.
Plenty of films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe follow their typical formula and turn out really well, likeAnt-Man.
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However, comic universes operate far differently than a movie universe should.
This bigger issue makes the franchise feel crowded and mainly affects minor and newer characters.
So, some characters are being thrown to the wayside because there’s simply no room for them.
Lines like, “I’ll do you one better, WHY is Gamora?”
and, “He’s a friend from work!”
are some of the best parts of their respective films.
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This complaint is not meant to suggest the Marvel Cinematic Universe doesn’t have its serious moments.
It can feel as ifthey are unsure of how to make a scene memorable without adding a joke.
Shoddy VFX is the biggest indicator for the Marvel Cinematic Universe specifically.
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But when rushed, they get laughably bad, to the point where they become memes online.
That’s completely erased now that it seems the entire world has been introduced to the technology.
Seriously, why does Thor (Chris Hemsworth) have a nanotech helmet?
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Take Spider-Man’s costumes, for example.
Color separation is also complained about a lot.
However,there are more lackluster villains than there are amazing ones.
Having a boring or not compelling villain can really hinder the stakes and engagement of a story.
It’s a huge aspect of every hero’s journey that needs to be emphasized and cared for.
There are a few choices, however, that don’t work for one reason or another.
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The biggest problem castings come from characters that have white actors cast to play traditionally non-white characters.
This isn’t to say that these actors don’t and won’t do well in their roles.
But as the universe has expanded,the projects have become too reliant on each other.
Event movies should feel somewhat standalone, and Avengers adventures should belimited to Avengers movies.
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