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I struggled to get through Jessica Jones and Iron Fist. Then I stopped watching the Netflix shows after episode 2 or 3 of Defenders. It just wasn't good. Didn't watch anything else after that. Was anything else worth checking out? I was thinking I should eventually get to Daredevil s3, but would I have to finish Defenders to make it worthwhile?
Daredevil 3 seems self contained enough to not worry about Defenders. I didn't get a chance to finish it but its been on my list for a while.
Jessica Jones 1 I feel is the best of the bunch, but the sophomore season is a massive drop in quality. Really disappointed in that one.
Luke Cage season one starts strong and ends pretty weak. The second season starts really weak and ends really strong. Sadly that means there's a very mediocre season in the middle of two excellent halves.
Didn't watch Iron Fist 1 or 2. Defenders is really like an Iron Fist crossover with Daredevil season 2, which is easily the low point of that series.
Punisher didn't hook me, but people that like it seem to really like it.
The main "benefit" of IF S2 would be having the lead in to Daughters of the Dragon if that ever becomes a thing, so no rush.
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Yeah, of the Netflix Marvel shows IF was probably overall the worst and S2 is only marginally better than S1. Looking back on them all now I'd say Daredevil and Punisher are the only one that I'd watch again all the way through. Jessica Jones S1 is possibly the best single season of the shows they did though.
The world would be a better place if Defenders never existed.
New Ms Marvel trailer is up, with release date of early June. Definitely looks like they've revised her power set somewhat, but I can see how this way will look slightly less daft on screen (and maybe keeps it visually better distinguished from Mr Fantastic down the road?)
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It'll be very interesting to see what they do with her powers in general. Will they be tied more directly with Carol? Will they have any Inhumans connection still?
Definitely a little disappointing, as her comic powers are a lot of fun and this feels like all the bad attempts to make things "realistic" from darker days of comic movies. That said, it seems like they get the heart of the character, so there's still a good chance that Kamala's core appeal remains firmly intact.
Ms. Marvel?? I will get hate for saying this and while I may be alone in my camp, the trailer seems to reek of similarities to RR's Green Lantern. Ugh... just, ugh...
They can circle around again, I'm pretty sure the Marvel Studios stuff is excommunicated now, so that... show.. didn't happen in this continuity.
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MDSW wrote: Ms. Marvel?? I will get hate for saying this and while I may be alone in my camp, the trailer seems to reek of similarities to RR's Green Lantern. Ugh... just, ugh...
I don't think you'll get hate so much as a lot of people wondering how you leaped so far apparently on the basis of one big hand made out of energy.
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We find comfort among those who agree with us - growth among those who don't. - Frank Howard Clark
The wise man doubts often, and changes his mind; the fool is obstinate, and doubts not; he knows all things but his own ignorance.
The correct statement of individual rights is that everyone has the right to an opinion, but crucially, that opinion can be roundly ignored and even made fun of, particularly if it is demonstrably nonsense!” Professor Brian Cox
New Ms Marvel trailer is up, with release date of early June. Definitely looks like they've revised her power set somewhat, but I can see how this way will look slightly less daft on screen (and maybe keeps it visually better distinguished from Mr Fantastic down the road?)
Am I the only one who saw the 'bracelet(s)' at the 0:58 mark and thought of the Nega-Bands?
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Azreal13 wrote: They can circle around again, I'm pretty sure the Marvel Studios stuff is excommunicated now, so that... show.. didn't happen in this continuity.
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MDSW wrote: Ms. Marvel?? I will get hate for saying this and while I may be alone in my camp, the trailer seems to reek of similarities to RR's Green Lantern. Ugh... just, ugh...
I don't think you'll get hate so much as a lot of people wondering how you leaped so far apparently on the basis of one big hand made out of energy.
I kind of like the power tweak, GL style energy constructs / extensions seems like it'll be better on a (sizeable) telly budget over stretching, and whilst I don't think it'll be my cup of tea at least it isnt Squirrel Girl...
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She dons that bracelet with a purple crystal on it, so I feel quite confident in saying that is the source of her powers. What It’s origins are, who knows. Her powers are varying further from the comics than I expected. I figured it would just be like the big purple hand type of stuff to replace stretchyness, but we see her using free standing force fields to walk thru the air and stop a hail of bullets so who knows. I’m choosing to remain cautiously optimistic because the Marvel Studios stuff has yet to let me down.
AduroT wrote: She dons that bracelet with a purple crystal on it, so I feel quite confident in saying that is the source of her powers. What It’s origins are, who knows. Her powers are varying further from the comics than I expected. I figured it would just be like the big purple hand type of stuff to replace stretchyness, but we see her using free standing force fields to walk thru the air and stop a hail of bullets so who knows. I’m choosing to remain cautiously optimistic because the Marvel Studios stuff has yet to let me down.
Postulation. Based on Shang-Chi? Spoilered for extra caution and care.
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At the end of Shang-Chi, we see Wong et al analysing the 10 Rings, and realising they’re unlike anything they’ve seen before. I suspect Ms Marvel’s bracers might be part of a new “infinity stone” chase set?
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New Ms Marvel trailer is up, with release date of early June. Definitely looks like they've revised her power set somewhat, but I can see how this way will look slightly less daft on screen (and maybe keeps it visually better distinguished from Mr Fantastic down the road?)
Am I the only one who saw the 'bracelet(s)' at the 0:58 mark and thought of the Nega-Bands?
I was thinking Quantum Bands.
Overall the trailer looks fine. I don't have much, if any, connection to the character, so I have no expectations either way.
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I actually have no problem with it. I've seen some of Stargirl, and this gives the same feel. Stargirl's superpowers are...what? Being perky and having a magic staff?
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Azreal13 wrote: Definitely looks like they've revised her power set somewhat...
"Somewhat"? From this she doesn't have powers, but has special bracelets that give her powers.
Yeah, I'm not really a fan of that. Especially on such a young (young looking? I'm not sure how old she's supposed to be) character. Maybe leave the life and death craziness to adults, not (metaphorical) child soldiers? With innate powers, there's a no choice angle that makes it a little less actively disturbing, but if its just Super Bracelets, pass that along to a responsible adult that can handle the trauma that comes with the territory?
The comic book-y drawings over the school portions are bit... eh. I passed on Tom Holland because he was young and annoying with it, and while she looks less hyper and isn't set up screeching into a phone the way he was, 'coming of age' hero stories are among my least favorite tropes.
The important thing is what genre they place a Marvel product in, and I think we can firmly see which genre this one goes in. I got a lot of Scott Pilgrim vs The World and Diary of a Wimpy Kid vibes from it. That means a coming of age/Teen comedy genre which I am happy to have; even if I will probably not be the target audience.
No real clear sign on who the "Baddies" are either, unless I missed something that was really obvious to everyone else.
Extra points if Marvel manages to fit in another Bollywood style dance number in one of their products. However, I have a feeling it will be more like a "Prom" style dance number from something like 13 going on 30 instead. It is a staple of the genre they are aping.
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Wandavision is a fun ride. Plus you don't have to wait a week between episodes.
I do like Disney+ releasing episodes one week at a time. Gives people time to get caught up and be able to speculate inbetween. Reminds me of what it was like watching Lost back in the day.
Oscar Isaacs was quoted as saying he drew inspiration from Russell Brand and it's apparent within the first 10 minutes.
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He dragged the Jackal-thing back in haha. Not sure if that was meant to be funny, but damn, they managed to actually make the monster looked panicked. Interesting intro episode.
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Easy E wrote: Man, I just started watching Wandavision..... I am so far behind. :(
You're only just behind me, I just finished Wandavision.
I'd been holding out hope that Disney would break the habit of a lifetime and put some of this stuff out on DVD, but that's looking increasingly unlikely, so streaming it is.
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