MCU actress Teyonah Parris moves to defend The Marvels, her first MCU outing, which lands on Disney Plus amidst a tumultuous run at the box office. According to The Numbers, the film only grossed $199.7 million worldwide against its budget of $270 million.
Key Takeaways:
– Teyonah Parris speaks up for The Marvels, her first Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film, amid underwhelming box-office turnout
– Despite higher grossing figures, The Marvels receives harsher criticism than comparatively low-grossing DC movie Blue Beetle
– Parris calls for fans to view the film before criticizing, especially as she has not toured for any of her MCU projects
– Blue Beetle, despite earning less money, receives higher audience reviews for its character development
– Doubts arise about whether The Marvels is worth a shot due to low viewings even on Disney Plus
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Marvels vs. Blue Beetle: Fan Favourites
In contrast, DC’s offering, Blue Beetle, despite grossing less with only $128 million at the box-office, received significant fan support. Fans gave it kudos for successfully bringing the character to the big screen, while star Xolo Maridueña earned praise for his interpretation of Jaime Reyes.
In contrast, Marvel’s film received criticisms not only for its storyline but also for the handling of its characters. Despite Iman Vellani’s promising portrayal of Kamala Khan, many deemed the film forgettable and subpar compared to previous entries in MCU.
Parris Calls for Fair Judgement
Parris has taken a stand, urging fans to at least give the film a chance before forming negative opinions. She expressed frustration over critical comments from those who hadn’t seen The Marvels.
The actress, who revealed that she has not done a full press tour for any of her Marvel projects, appealed for audiences to recognize the hard work that went into the film. She said, “There are a lot of people who put a lot of their time, spirit, and talent into bringing this forward.”
Despite her plea, the film has not fared well on Disney Plus, ranking among its least-viewed to date.
Low Viewership: Is It Worth the Watch?
With many negative comments surfacing on social media following the film’s digital release, there are rising doubts about its worthiness.
Despite Parris’ defense and appeal for fair judgement, the key question remains: is it worth giving The Marvels a chance? The future of this, and possibly other Marvel ventures, may very well hinge on this answer.
Notably, the MCU had always been a leader in the superhero genre, with their titles always garnering unwavering viewer interest and a steady influx of finances. Thus, despite the hiccup that The Marvels present, there’s hope that with strategic planning and carefully curated content, they can regain their previous formidable standing in the film world.
In conclusion, while it may face significant challenges in comparison to its DC counterpart, Blue Beetle, Teyonah Parris remains hopeful and encourages fans to view and support The Marvels. Whether or not it achieves its desired success is a question only time can answer. With the right strategies and planning, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s future may yet shine bright.
