Ahead of its release, fans worried that the MCU's influence would dilute Daredevil's darker narrative from Netflix. Initial appearances suggested a more light-hearted portrayal of Matt Murdock, which led to concerns among purists. However, Daredevil: Born Again offers a welcome departure from typical Marvel structure, balancing tones and themes effectively. Although the series underwent significant creative changes, it manages to strike a balance between the grim aesthetic of Netflix and the lighter Marvel universe, allowing for occasional humor while preserving important character depth and storytelling integrity.
Daredevil: Born Again isn't the bar-for-bar revival the purists had been praying for, but it’s also a much-needed departure from the traditional Marvel story.
Marvel’s quip-heavy instincts would only water the character down, and his supporting role in She-Hulk confirmed their worst fears about the transition.
The show splits the difference between Netflix’s dour style and Marvel’s frothier instincts, by embracing episodic storytelling and letting Matt have fun.
Before the retooling, Born Again was more of a legal dramedy, focusing on daily struggles rather than immediately slipping into Daredevil's suit.
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