44/47
Exploring pivotal moments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and turning them on their head, taking audiences into uncharted territory. Chadwick Boseman’s final Marvel project before his death. The Observer: [Opening narration for each episode] Time. Space. Reality. It’s more than a linear path. It’s a prism of infinite possibilities, where a single choice can branch out into infinite realities, creating alternate worlds to the ones you know. I am the Observer. I am your guide through these vast new realities. Follow me and ponder the question… “What if?” After the Marvel logo appears, it changes to an animated form in the show’s art style. Edited to Marvel Studios: Legends: Guardians of the Multiverse (2023). A very simple episode where they rush things to fit these pieces into the puzzle. And my facial expressions were also quite serious watching this episode because there was no emotion or even a logical narrative, I understand it’s an animated show aimed at kids perhaps? But only kids who are familiar with the entire MCU so far might enjoy it. We’ll see how the other episodes turn out, but I’m certainly not too keen on it after this one. Edit: The second episode gave a real sense of what the MCU is all about, it was creative and thoughtful with great WHAT IF moments. I really enjoyed seeing T’Challa back on screen. However, the third episode was the make or break and made me edit this review. It was so touching and emotional to watch, I could have watched an entire movie just for this episode. It re-explored characters we know on a level that leaves you wanting more. I hope to get a 10 star edit by the end of the season. Edition II: Here’s another star for a “weird” thought-provoking episode that was by far the best of the bunch in terms of writing, storytelling, animation and plot. Special mention to Benedict Cumberbatch for nailing the storytelling like a boss. Take a bow Marvel for pulling this off. However, coming into episode 5, the episode was certainly entertaining, fun and engaging with quality animation, but again it showed too much at once, not giving viewers enough time to absorb things. Still a 9/10 overall for the series at least until the next two episodes. They need to complete episode 4 to get a 10 from me. Update your watchlist with the latest streaming movies and TV shows coming to Disney+, featuring old favorites and top-notch newcomers.
