Marvel's latest film, Thunderbolts, tackles the theme of depression through the story of Yelena Belova, who reflects on her lifeâs emptiness and the ways individuals cope with despair. The film presents various methods of self-medication, such as alcohol and emotional suppression. While action forms the crux of the movie, it uniquely frames mental health management as a cathartic punch in the face of despair. Despite the creative approach, the messaging about mental health appears mixed, leaving some viewers reflecting on emotional authenticity and the realism of such representations in a superhero context.
The latest Marvel Cinematic Universe movie, Thunderbolts*, is boldly and emphatically about dealing with depression, focusing on ways individuals self-medicate to cope with despair.
Even amid a wave of horror films depicting anxiety, itâs surprising to see Marvel tackle mental health through superhero action, blending therapy with action-adventure storytelling.
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