Because trouble comes in all sizes.
The opening weekend of The Marvels was mediocre at best for a Marvel Studios release. Media outlets had set up the film for box office failure with numerous articles about “superhero movies fatigue.” Admittedly, I was reluctant to head to a movie theater and plunk down $15 with such predetermined low expectations. But I had three hours free, an excellent movie theater close by, and my choice of seating at my desired viewing time.
The hype for “Captain Marvel” has been steadily growing since “Avengers: Infinity War” debuted in 2018. Indeed, the enduring Marvel Cinema Universe finds itself in a state of transition. Several key members of the Avengers will be departing the franchise in the near future. Marvel Studios needs the worldwide release of the Captain Marvel movie to capture the imagination of fans. So how does Brie Larson stack up playing the title role?