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Wicked Star Cynthia Erivo Eyes Storm Role in MCU, But Her History of Fan Blaming Fits Could Create Another Marvel Identity Politics Disaster

Wicked Star Cynthia Erivo Eyes Storm Role in MCU, But Her History of Fan Blaming Fits Could Create Another Marvel Identity Politics Disaster

Cynthia Erivo, known for her roles in Wicked and Harriet, recently expressed a desire to play Storm in Marvel’s upcoming X-Men reboot. While Marvel fans have been eager to see who will take on the mantle of this iconic character, Erivo’s public push for the role comes at a time when Marvel Studios is battling significant public backlash.

New Captain America 4 TV Spot Calls for ‘One Symbol’ That ‘Stands For All’: Is Marvel Trying to Appeal to Conservative Audiences?

New Captain America 4 TV Spot Calls for ‘One Symbol’ That ‘Stands For All’: Is Marvel Trying to Appeal to Conservative Audiences?

The latest Captain America TV spot emphasizes that the Sam Wilson incarnation of the iconic hero is “One Symbol” that “Stands For All,” signaling a departure from the more politically charged narratives that have characterized the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in recent years.

Many see this as Marvel Studios attempting strategic pivot to regain conservative audiences who have felt alienated by the company’s recent foray into identity politics. 

X-Men 97 Writer & Others Blast Marvel ‘What If…?’ Season 3

X-Men 97 Writer & Others Blast Marvel ‘What If…?’ Season 3

Marvel is facing a slew of criticism over the quality of What if…? season 3, its animated multiversal series on Disney Plus. However, those critiques are coming from more than just the usual suspects. Former Marvel writers and critics who have been incredibly supportive of Marvel in the past have come out to publicly blast this latest Disney Plus offering.