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Renowned for his performance as Pyro in the first X-Men trilogy, Aaron Stanford lately revealed his comeback to the series in the much awaited movie, "Deadpool & Wolverine." Stanford talked with Screen Rant about his experience reprising his character and his openness to maybe joining the forthcoming X-men reboot for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Including Pyro in "Deadpool & Wolverine" marks a major comeback for the character. Stanford said he first felt cut off from the X-men universe until he got an unexpected call from his agent telling Marvel Studios would be interested in his availability. The studio's strategy was quite interesting; first they kept Stanford in the dark by not revealing the project or character.
The constant calls left Stanford wondering and fascinated. Marvel Studios revealed their ideas at last and asked to speak with Shawn Levy, the director of "Deadpool & Wolverine." Levy then confirmed that they wanted Pyro returned, and naturally Stanford agreed. This surprising invitation revived the character in an interesting and fresh environment.
Stanford responded with enthusiasm and open-mindedness when asked whether he would be ready to take part in the forthcoming X-Men reboot. Emphasizing that he had a great time working on the original X-Men films and "Deadpool 3," he admitted the value of knowing the specifics of the project and character but also expressed his real excitement about the prospect. His good past experiences excite him to help the MCU enter the new X-Men era.
Combining a strong team of multiverse heroes, "Deadpool & Wolverine" is likely to be a big movie in Phase 5 of the MCU. Pyro's comeback along with other original X-Men film stars gives the narrative an interesting layer and begs interesting issues about their roles and interactions inside the greater MCU setting. This movie is meant to widen the MCU's audience by combining several heroes from many worlds, so generating a dynamic and large story.
The way Marvel Studios brings back Stanford as Pyro reveals their deliberate attitude to casting and character development. Their initial mystery and later admission of their intention to include Pyro into "Deadpool & Wolverine" draw attention to their capacity to shock and involve viewers. This method also shows their dedication to realizing the possibilities of current characters inside the bigger MCU structure. Bringing back well-known personalities from the original X-Men Movies is evidence of their awareness of the legacy of the franchise and their readiness to emotionally engage with fans.
With "Deadpool & Wolverine" marking a major turning point in the MCU's development, the inclusion of X-Men characters like Pyro increases expectation for the future of the franchise. These cherished characters create a universe of possibilities for next crossovers and narratives. Although the next X-Men reboot will surely feature a fresh generation of mutant heroes, the presence of well-known personalities like Pyro points to a flawless mix of continuity and creativity, so ensuring that the X-Men legacy lives on inside the MCU.
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