The Captain America: Brave New World, had their global press conference over the weekend and they showed much enthusiasm for the new film.
Anthony Mackie, who portrays the new Captain America, emphasized that the character embodies universal values such as honor, integrity, and dependability. This perspective sparked discussions on social media. Mackie expressed pride in being American and highlighting that Captain America’s traits resonate globally. He also underscored the significance of a Black Captain America for children of all races.
Harrison Ford discussed his role as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross in the film. He expressed admiration for the late William Hurt and shared his positive experiences working within the Marvel universe.
Giancarlo Esposito has expressed enthusiasm about his role as Seth Voelker, also known as Sidewinder, in the upcoming film Captain America: Brave New World. He describes Sidewinder as a complex character who evolves from a mild-mannered chemist into a skillful criminal with the ability to teleport. Esposito emphasizes the physicality of the role, noting that Sidewinder is “the badass of all badasses” and highlighting the character’s hands-on approach to action.
In preparing for the role, Esposito delved into Sidewinder’s comic book origins, aiming to bring depth to the character. He also hinted that Brave New World might be just the beginning for Sidewinder, suggesting potential future developments within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Esposito’s portrayal of Sidewinder marks a departure from his previous roles as intellectual villains, offering audiences a more action-oriented performance. He views this role as a significant shift, moving from television to a more connected and cinematic experience within the MCU.
Kevin Feige on how it was always the plan to make this movie from the time that Steve gave the Shield to Sam Wilson.
“Captain America: Brave New World” is scheduled for release on February 14, 2025. The film features an ensemble cast, including Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, Liv Tyler, Danny Ramirez, Tim Blake Nelson, and Giancarlo Esposito. Directed by Julius Onah, the story follows an international incident involving the newly elected U.S. President (Ford) and a global plot.
