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FANgirl Blog » Marvel
6d ago
Disney+’s Agatha All Along has ended. In honor of this amazing show, we’ve convened a Coven of Chaos to discuss ..read more
FANgirl Blog » Marvel
11M ago
With their lengthy tome MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios,authors Joanna Robinson, Dave Gonzalez, and Gavin Edwards provide a lively and well-sourced work of corporate history, interpersonal melodrama, and franchise management analysis. While the authors are transparent in their high regard for Marvel Studios, the successes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and (most of) the individual executives and contributors, they do not shy away from recounting unflattering actions or personalities, the burdens and burnout caused by high-pressure corporate deadlines or workloads, and the undeniable challe ..read more
FANgirl Blog » Marvel
1y ago
The God of Mischief is back! Episodes 1 and 2 of Loki Season 2 were released on October 6th and 12th, and there’s a lot to address. With so much going on in the MCU timeline, let’s take a moment to look at some of the hidden easter eggs giving us further insight into the multiverse.
At the end of Season 1, we saw Loki pushed into a time door, which caused him to “slip” into another branch of time (which in this case was the past). The first episode picks up here while Loki is being chased by Mobius and TVA Pruners. Loki is plagued with a condition known as time-slipping, which rips him betwee ..read more
FANgirl Blog » Marvel
1y ago
The charismatic and lovable Scott Lang is back! Ant Man & the Wasp: Quantumania has set up quite a few plot points for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, the end-credits especially have given the audience a great amount of insight into what we can expect in future Marvel projects. Let’s take a look at what the post-credits instill for the future of Phase 5!
The Council of Kangs:
Fans of comic books will recognize this image from the opening post-credits scene. Rama-Tut, Immortus, and a variant who seems to be a play on the Scarlet Centurion have a short conversation before the scene ..read more
FANgirl Blog » Marvel
2y ago
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, one of the most anticipated movies of the year has made its mark. With the world cherishing the legacy left behind by the late Chadwick Boseman, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is one of the best Marvel movies yet. From the cinematography to the soundtrack, the Marvel film features many strong-willed, powerful, dynamic women who are dedicated to protecting Wakanda and its people. Let’s dive into how Wakanda Forever has given rise to the women who will be shaping the future of the MCU.
Shuri grieves her brother’s passing in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (cr ..read more
FANgirl Blog » Marvel
2y ago
Disney+’s Ms. Marvel is earning rave reviews and allowing a whole new segment of Marvel fandom to see their stories represented. Siya Patel has shared her passion for Marvel stories here at FANgirl Blog. When she asked about learning about podcasting, Ms. Marvel seemed to be the perfect opportunity. Hence, the Night Light podcast was born.
On the third episode, Tricia Barr and Siya Patel discuss the final two episodes of Ms. Marvel. The themes of identity and community bonds shine as the season draws to a close.
Night Light cover art by Siya Patel.
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FANgirl Blog » Marvel
2y ago
The latest episode of Hyperspace Theories discusses the full story unfurled in the newest six-episode Disney+ series in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU): Ms. Marvel, featuring the origin story of teenage heroine Kamala Khan. Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester are joined by longtime FANgirl Blog contributor Priya Chhaya, an historian and advocate for representation in storytelling and nonfiction alike.
First introduced in the comics, Kamala Khan stands out as Marvel’s first Pakistani-American and Muslim superhero. Like the comics, the Ms. Marvel series showcases Kamala’s family, friends, faith ..read more
FANgirl Blog » Marvel
2y ago
July 8th is the first time we’ll be able to see one of the original Avengers in the Phase 4 Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) timeline. Often referred to as the Prince of Asgard, the son of Odin, the God of Thunder, or even Point Break, you know him, you love him, Thor Odinson! Picking up from Avengers: Endgame, Thor: Love and Thunder will explore Thor’s transformation and search for inner peace and even potential “Avenger” retirement. There’s no way Marvel would let Thor do this without facing some challenges. From the Olympians to Gorr the God Butcher, and even Jane Foster as Mighty Thor, Love ..read more
FANgirl Blog » Marvel
2y ago
Disney+’s Ms. Marvel is earning rave reviews and allowing a whole new segment of Marvel fandom to see their stories represented. Siya Patel has shared her passion for Marvel stories here at FANgirl Blog. When she asked about learning about podcasting, Ms. Marvel seemed to be the perfect opportunity. Hence, the Night Light podcast was born.
On the first episode, Tricia Barr and Siya Patel explore the question of identity found in Kamala Khan’s journey and discuss what it’s like for Siya to see a South Asian become a superhero. The themes of religion, high school, family dynamics and generationa ..read more
FANgirl Blog » Marvel
2y ago
By Siya Patel
Get ready for Marvel’s next big superhero, Kamala Khan! After Marvel’s spooky and dark MoonKnight, Ms. Marvel will definitely add some brightness and color to the MCU. Ms. Marvel is streaming on Disney+ and is the first Pakistani-American superhero in the MCU! Not only is this huge for Marvel, it’s also huge for the South-Asian community because of the representation that we’ll receive! But before watching Ms. Marvel, there are a few things you should know. Here’s everything you need to know before watching Ms. Marvel!
Who Is Ms. Marvel?
Growing up in Jersey City, Kamala Khan al ..read more