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“ Captain America: Brave New World ” is an upcoming MCU movie that continues the story of Sam Wilson as the new Captain America. This next installation for Marvel includes many new and notable characters that change the dynamic for a new era of hero based plots.
Sam Wilson is the central character taking the Captain America shield. He finds himself wrapped into a political scene due to Thaddeus Ross becoming the president of the United States. Throughout the story Sam must battle with a plan created by a very notable figure who is behind major new incidents.
The new antagonist will be the villainous Red Hulk , also Thaddeus Ross now played by Harrison Ford. His power is meant to be a large challenge for the hero to take on. How Captain America approaches this new enemy showcases new aspects of his character while testing him physically.
Previously there was anticipation for the role Seth Rollins would play as many people recognized him in costume in some photos. However, after reshoots and new direction Marvel did confirm that his role would either be repurposed or eliminated for new material. This new direction does remove one notable figure but also introduces new concepts for characters to fulfill.
Rollins mentioned he is at peace with not being in the final version stating he isn't passionate about acting only about the sport of wrestling. Even after having done an audition Marvel did not bring his new idea into the production.
It’s stated that the rewrite for this production focused on bringing actor Giancarlo Esposito in as a new antagonist Sidewinder along with his version of The Serpent Society. While a few of the society are mentioned to also appear the major direction has shifted making him the core focus of the villain's perspective.
The Serpent Society is slated to appear in the movie with members such as Cobra, played by Seth Rollins who ultimately did not make the final film along with another known member Diamondback. Giancarlo's character is the key component of their approach to whatever plots the story line is showcasing and many are looking forward to his performance in his role. The addition of a more established star in Esposito will now help build a foundation for future Marvel stories.
This fourth Captain America movie shows a new perspective of Sam Wilson now as the hero he was meant to become. The production crew has given him new tech through the wings showcasing new abilities in battle and exploration while highlighting his skills that made him worthy to take on the Captain America role in the first place.
His vibranium wings appear to have energy absorption tech. This concept seems to draw influence from what was previously done in "Black Panther” where his suit would absorb kinetic energy and allows for counter strikes of his own against his enemy. This allows for new strengths which gives him a fighting chance against the power of The Red Hulk in various scenes. His use of these devices demonstrate how his hero has developed and is becoming the Captain America that Steve Rogers once was.
Marvel also was shown to adapt to many circumstances that arose for example with the major changes during the reshoots. Many areas of what is previously produced is left on the cutting room floor allowing the crew to pivot toward new concepts.
Various characters like Isiah Bradley along with the new Falcon are said to be in sequences along with Sam, showcasing a new group of heroes and villains in all new situations. Through the chaos it showcases Marvel Studios' unique ability to make changes for different aspects in story telling.
“Captain America: Brave New World” is expected to be released in theaters on February 14, 2025. While specific details regarding the full reception are not clear many fans are excited for what’s to come for Marvel with Sam Wilson in the Captain America role. Fans are highly engaged to learn all of the story elements and character direction that will help give clarity for all that they are excited to experience for themselves.