'Captain America: Brave New World' Review: A Promising Political Thriller Is Buried In Marvel's Identity Crisis
Briefly

Chris Evans' portrayal of Captain America has left a lasting impact, making it hard for fans to accept his departure post-Endgame. Sam Wilson, the Falcon, inherited the title but faced challenges, with his story often overshadowed by political commentary rather than character development. Despite attempts to explore his arc, the burden of being the new Captain America has stripped him of his distinct qualities. In the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World, he seeks to redefine the mantle amidst unresolved MCU narratives, while also facing the legacy of Bruce Banner's absence.
No one wants to admit that Steve Rogers is irreplaceable. Chris Evans has made Captain America his own, and fans struggle to accept his departure.
Sam Wilson's appointment as Captain America felt more like a statement about Black identity rather than a natural progression for the character; his arc suffered as a result.
With Captain America: Brave New World, Sam Wilson has a chance to reclaim the mantle, but he bears the added burden of reconciling years of MCU storylines.
Brave New World functions as a sequel to The Incredible Hulk, directed by Julius Onah, and sets up challenges for Sam trying to fill Steve's shoes.
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