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Marvel writer apologizes for tone-deaf Miles Morales comic, facing criticism for racist stereotypes

Reimagining Miles Morales as Thor, this comic was criticized for its cringey hip-hop references and racist undertones.

On Jun 23, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Kraven the PETA member’: Marvel fans are dunking on Sony’s plan for an ‘animal lover’ Kraven the Hunter movie

Actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson describes his version of Kraven the Hunter as an 'animal lover and a protector of the natural world.'

On Jun 21, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Marvel I’m begging you to give VFX artists enough time to do their jobs’: Fans call out ‘She-Hulk’ trailer for bad CGI

'Using word 'Hulk' to describe this She-Hulk design is pretty generous.'

On May 18, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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People think ‘Doctor Strange 2’ ripped off this viral TikTok indie videogame, ‘Sword of Symphony’

'Sword of Symphony' is a musical combat RPG—and it bears a startling resemblance to Doctor Strange's musical fight scene.

On May 17, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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The 2 Marvel comics you need to read after ‘Doctor Strange’

This epic Avengers storyline is all about multiverse incursions—and it's one of Marvel's greatest crossover events.

On May 11, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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How ‘Doctor Strange 2’ failed Scarlet Witch by telling yet another sexist Marvel story

A bad repeat that oversimplifies her character.

On May 10, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Debate over ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ PG-13 rating leads to people highlighting much more boundary-pushing movies

Should the movie have gotten a PG-13 rating?

On May 9, 2022 by Michelle Jaworski

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‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ represents everything wrong with the MCU

With a deceptively sexist role for Scarlet Witch, this messy, overstuffed film has no respect for its characters—or its audience.

On May 5, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Moon Knight’ illustrates why Marvel needs to rethink its finale formula

This MCU style of hero/villain showdown just isn't as interesting as Oscar Isaac's performance.

On May 4, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Fake ‘Doctor Strange’ watchlists poke fun at the vast legwork to put in before seeing the newest MCU movie

The 'Multiverse of Madness' watchlist is getting absurd.

On May 3, 2022 by Michelle Jaworski

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‘Doctor Strange 2’ faces Chinese censorship thanks to this blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment in the trailer

Trailers feature a brief reference to 'The Epoch Times,' a far-right newspaper that opposes the Chinese government.

On May 2, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Everyone loves the bizarre final scene of ‘Moon Knight’ episode 4

Literally no one could have predicted this scene.

On Apr 21, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Moon Knight’ episode 3 ramps up speculation about Jake Lockley

This action-heavy episode is closer to Moon Knight fans' expectations from the comics—and sows the seeds for an intriguing mystery.

On Apr 13, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Why MCU fans are divided over ‘Doctor Strange 2’ getting a PG-13 rating

'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' is the MCU's first horror-influenced movie. But can a PG-13 blockbuster really be scary?

On Apr 13, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Moon Knight’ episode 2: Why Moon Night’s new suit is more important than it seems

This episode introduces a new twist on the 'Mr. Knight' costume, reflecting the show's more comedic tone.

On Apr 6, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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