Marvel's latest crossover film, Thunderbolts*, directed by Jake Schreier, attempts to restore focus to the MCU by blending familiar action elements with deeper themes of trauma and grief. While not resolving all of the franchise's issues, it acknowledges its narrative drift and returns to a more straightforward storytelling style reminiscent of earlier films. The plot features a mix of familiar villains, reflecting on the aftermath of the Avengers' absence, and presents a more engaging, character-driven story amidst flashy action.
The MCU's recent crossover features have generally resulted in dangling threads, almost feeling like previews for the next big blockbuster.
Thunderbolts* is not a one-shot solution to all of the MCU's recent woes, but it shows the studio's acknowledgment of its past missteps.
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