I’m certain I’m not the one one, however I’ve had the toughest time getting pumped for Captain America: Courageous New World. I do know, 2014 me, and even 2020 me, wouldn’t imagine what he was studying, however I’ve simply been type of “no matter” in regards to the upcoming Marvel film. That’s, till lately when the new Courageous New World trailer hit the web and made me do a 180 so quick I believed I entered a unique universe or one thing.
Since then, I’ve watched the trailer no fewer than like 10 occasions, and I have to say I’m actually, actually excited to see what’s now one in all my most anticipated releases on the 2025 film schedule. Do I feel it’s going to be one of many greatest Marvel films ever? I’m undecided, however after seeing what I’ve seen, I’m past stoked.
Name It Fatigue, Disinterest Or No matter, However I Have not Been Pumped For Captain America: Courageous New World
I’ve nothing in opposition to Anthony Mackie taking up the position of Captain America (I really loved The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) or actually the rest in regards to the film, it’s simply that I haven’t been enthusiastic about Captain America: Courageous New World. And it’s not simply Julius Onah’s entry into the MCU, as I’m not precisely bouncing off the partitions for different in-the-works tasks both.
You may name it fatigue, disinterest or not having the time to get caught up on all these Disney+ Marvel reveals I’ve been pushing aside, however that spark of pleasure and pleasure that often carries via my physique within the leadup to the subsequent MCU film hasn’t been there with Cap’s subsequent journey, and it’s truthfully been bumming me out. I imply, even earlier than I wrote for CinemaBlend, I used to be there opening weekend for all of the Marvel films. I even noticed Iron Man 2 at a midnight exhibiting when these have been nonetheless a factor.
The First Teaser Was Cool And All, However It Simply Fell Flat
Again in July, Marvel launched the first Captain America: Courageous New World teaser, and it was high-quality. I imply, it wasn’t terribly boring, and even horrible, but it surely simply fell flat. If something, it seemed and felt extra like a teaser for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Season 2 and never one of many massive upcoming superhero films.
Don’t get me incorrect, there was nonetheless some cool stuff, and I used to be a bit intrigued by Harrison Ford taking up the position of Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross (though the character now not had his signature mustache). I additionally preferred how the trailer made it seem to be the film would have smaller stakes after spending a lot time within the multiverse. Nevertheless, at no level did I’ve the thought, “Man, this film can’t come quickly sufficient.” I suppose that’s extra of a private downside than the rest.
Nevertheless, The New Trailer Makes Courageous New World Really feel Like An Outdated College Political Thriller
However that each one just about modified once I noticed the complete Captain America: Courageous New World trailer in November 2024, and now I’m just about counting down the times till I get to see Sam Wilson and firm try and unravel a serious conspiracy. This new trailer makes the film really feel extra like an old-school political thriller than a superhero film that includes iconic comedian e book heroes and villains.
Hell, the trailer is even reduce in a means that’s extra paying homage to one thing like The Fixed Gardener, The Day of the Jackal or All of the President’s Males, besides on this film, the president turns into a large purple behemoth as a substitute of getting caught in an enormous coverup. And I’m certain there might be numerous your normal massive MCU moments all all through Courageous New World, however this extra grounded strategy has me excited for what’s to return.
I am Getting Some Severe Captain America: Winter Soldier Vibes, And That Has Me Even Extra Stoked
Captain America: The Winter Soldier, my private favourite MCU film, turned 10 years previous in 2024, which is loopy to consider. I’ve watched Steve Rogers and Bucky Barnes combat on the streets of Washington, D.C. and excessive up above S.H.I.E.L.D. headquarters extra occasions than absolutely anything else within the MCU, so it’s protected to say that I’m stoked to see that Captain America: Courageous New World seems to have an identical scope and tone.
There was simply one thing in regards to the Russo Brothers’ first entry within the franchise that labored rather well. Perhaps it was the motion, perhaps it was the conspiracy at its heart, perhaps it was that legendary elevator combat scene, or perhaps it was the truth that Cap’s first journey since The Avengers stood by itself whereas additionally establishing the subsequent stage of the MCU.
If Courageous New World comes anyplace near recapturing that, we ought to be in for one hell of a journey come Valentine’s Day 2025. Primarily based on what the trailer has teased, I feel it’s going to be extra than simply a great deal of sugar operating via my veins opening weekend.
However I am Not Gonna Lie, I am All Jazzed Up After That Cap Vs. Purple Hulk Tease
I’m going to be actual for a second earlier than wrapping this up – I’m completely on board to see Captain America tackle Purple Hulk in Courageous New World, particularly after the tease within the newest trailer. I don’t know if that is going to be the massive climatic combat like between Hulk and Abomination on the finish of The Unimaginable Hulk, or one thing just like the time Tony Stark and Bruce Banner went at it in Avengers: Age of Ultron, but it surely appears sick both means.
The pictures of President Ross turning into Purple Hulk at a White Home press convention after which inflicting every kind of destruction earlier than combating Cap surrounded by cherry blossoms all look superb and have me much more excited. Let’s simply see in the event that they stick the touchdown.
With only some months till the Captain America: Courageous New World launch date, I suppose I don’t have all that for much longer to attend to see how issues play out. However whereas I wait, I do plan on watching a number of the Marvel films so as in order that I’m caught on top of things.