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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Scarlett Johansson wanted off Thunderbolts credits after feeling like a plot device
In a spicy tell-all convo with Thunderbolts co-star David Harbour for Interview Magazine, the Black Widow herself spilled major tea: she asked Marvel to yank her executive producer credit from Thunderbolts because, in her own words, she "was not involved." Mic drop. Scarlett Johansson has had enough of the MCU, and she is not sugarcoating it While Harbour was all praise and 'congrats' for her producer status, Johansson was quick to clarify that she wanted nothing to do with it and requested the credit be removed, hinting that the only reason it was there at all was due to a contract clause. Awkward much? Feeling like a pawn in Marvel's mega machine But the drama did not stop there. Scarlett went full no-filter mode, saying that being part of massive Marvel ensembles sometimes made her feel like nothing more than a glorified plot-mover. According to her, some projects like The Winter Soldier were creatively fulfilling, but others? Not so much. Being sidelined in overcrowded storylines for nearly half a year left her feeling 'cagey,' especially when her identity was basically glued to a red wig and spy suit. David Harbour is just as burnt out And if you thought David Harbour was going to disagree, think again. He mirrored the exhaustion, having played Hopper in Stranger Things for nearly a decade. The actor admitted that while the love was real in the early seasons, the repetitiveness eventually got to him. He just wants to take a risk again—and honestly, same. Black Widow's chapter is closed, for good Scarlett's Black Widow met her dramatic end in Avengers: Endgame, and while fans clung to hopes of a multiverse return, she has made it very clear that her chapter is closed. She told Vanity Fair that her character's arc is complete, and revisiting it would be disrespectful—to the role, and to the fans. So yeah, Scarlett Johansson has officially ghosted the MCU. And no, she is not sorry about it.
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
The meaning behind the asterisk in the 'Thunderbolts*' title is revealed
The sneaky asterisk in the "Thunderbolts*" title officially has meaning. On Monday, Marvel unveiled the true name of the rag-tag group of superheroes as "The New Avengers," now that the film is officially in theaters as of May 2. "Presenting Marvel Studios' #̶T̶h̶u̶n̶d̶e̶r̶b̶o̶l̶t̶s̶* #TheNewAvengers," Marvel Studios wrote in a social media post, which included a video of the film's cast, led by Florence Pugh, ripping away the word "Thunderbolts*" on the movie poster to reveal the words "*The New Avengers." According to Marvel, the video was shot discreetly backstage at the film's Hollywood premiere. The film features a collaboration of former Marvel Cinematic Universe baddies and anti-heroes: Florence Pugh's Yelena and her adoptive father Alexei, aka Red Guardian, played by David Harbour; Sebastian Stan's Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier; Hannah John-Kamen's Ava Starr/Ghost from "Ant-Man and the Wasp"; Olga Kurylenko's Antonia Dreykov/Taskmaster from "Black Widow;" and Wyatt Russell's John Walker/U.S. Agent from "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier." The group is brought together by Julia Louis-Dreyfus' character Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, who also appeared in "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" and also appeared in a post-credits scene in "Black Widow." "After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap set by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, these disillusioned castoffs must embark on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts," a synopsis for the film reads. "Will this dysfunctional group tear themselves apart, or find redemption and unite as something much more before it's too late?"
Vogue Singapore
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Geraldine Viswanathan on working together for Marvel's ‘Thunderbolts*'
In Thunderbolts* , a death trap set by CIA director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine with the help of her faithful assistant Mel results in a ragtag team of underdogs having to band together on a dangerous mission. Comprising Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Ghost, Taskmaster and John Walker, the dysfunctional group will have to confront the darkest corners of their past—provided they can work together long enough to do so. It's one of Marvel's most highly-anticipated films in recent years—and for good reason. It's got all the epic action that one expects from a superhero film of this scale, but also plenty of heart. Between spectacularly-choreographed action sequences are moments that dive deep into the complex psyches of the characters, making for a film that feels fresh and markedly different from many that have come before it. Plus, it's as good a re-entry point as any for fans who might not have caught up completely on the growing universe's recent releases. Having previously played the role in Black Widow , Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns as Valentina, this time with Geraldine Viswanathan by her side as Mel. In the lead up to the film's release, the duo open up on the parts of their characters that they were most excited to explore with this film, and what it was like working with each other. Geraldine Viswanathan as Mel and Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Valentina Allegra de Fontaine in Marvel's Thunderbolts* . Courtesy of Marvel Julia, how did it feel getting to revisit your character once again? JLD: With the previous films and shows, it's been a little bit of a toe dip here, and a toe dip there. But in this particular film, you really get to know who this person is. I loved everything before, but this film had a lot to chew on and explore. I'm referring to her as sort of an anti-villain, the way the rest are anti-heroes. [laughs] Was there an aspect of Valentina that you were most excited to explore with this film? JLD: Her backstory. That was incredibly exciting, to see her ability to really switch gears at a critical moment and do so fairly seamlessly. I think that you get an opportunity to see why she is the way she is, and why she has such an insatiable desire for power. It doesn't necessarily excuse things, but it helps you understand. As an actor, this is the way you approach a character under all circumstances—whether they're so-called good guy or bad guy—which is without judgment. And so that was a really exciting way to approach Valentina and her drive, and to almost reinvent her to a certain extent. In Thunderbolts* , a dysfunctional team of anti-heroes is brought together due to a trap set by CIA director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine. What about you, Geraldine? What about Mel resonated most with you? GV: I related to Mel a lot—her optimism in entering the workforce, how your idealism can get challenged, and how it can be more difficult than you think to be a force of good in the world. I was really interested in her inner struggle and in watching her figure out her moral compass and what she can stomach. Thunderbolts* is your introduction to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. What has it been like to step into this world? GV: It's funny, in this movie, I have the line, 'I was in high school when the Avengers came.' And I really was in high school when I watched that movie with my friends in the theatre at the mall. [laughs] So it's very surreal and full circle to now be in one of these. I just feel so fortunate to enter the universe in this particular movie, which just feels like such a breath of fresh air. It has that classic Marvel feeling, together with an emotional nuance and depth. When I first got to watch the movie as an audience member, because there's a lot that I'm not in, I cried a bunch. So I'm excited for people to also have that experience, and just hug their loved ones afterwards. What was it like working with each other? JLD: It was very positive. We had a great time hanging out together on set, and it turns out we have friends in common. It was just lucky for us. It was a synchronicity from the very start, and we took advantage of it because it helped us in the actual work that we had to do as well. Were there any particularly memorable days on set throughout the filming process? GV: A day that stands out is when we shot in the desert in Utah. A majority of the effects and the big set pieces in this were shot practically. So we were really in the desert, and there really was a helicopter there in the scene with us. We got to just experience the massive scale of this production and how real it all felt, as opposed to the typical green screen and acting with tennis balls as you might expect. That was something that I'll always remember. Thunderbolts* is in cinemas on 1 May 2025.
Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Thunderbolts* post-credit scene leak sparks speculation on Reddit
{Spoiler Warning! This article contains huge spoilers for Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts*} Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts doesn't officially hit theatres until May 2, 2025, but that hasn't stopped fans from diving headfirst into spoiler territory. Thanks to last week's early fan screenings, a flood of leaked footage is now circulating across Reddit, YouTube, and social media. won't be linking the footage here; it's out there. Directed by Jake Schreier and written by Eric Pearson, Lee Sung Jin, and Joanna Calo, the film boasts an all-star cast including Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Wyatt Russell, Hannah John-Kamen, Olga Kurylenko, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Lewis Pullman. ALSO READ| Why is there an asterisk after Thunderbolts in the title? Know the meaning The leaked post-credit scene finally confirms that the US Government has officially sanctioned this unlikely New Avengers lineup. But the real showstopper comes in the final seconds: the Fantastic Four make their debut in Earth-616 as their ship pierces the atmosphere. It puts Thunderbolts in direct conversation with Avengers: Doomsday—suggesting that, unlike some of the Multiverse Saga's previous mid- or post-credits scenes, this one truly carries weight. One nerd on Reddit, actually speculated the plot, 'The leaked plot doesn't actually spoil the ending, because the person who leaked it said they only had access to a partial script, but the basic idea of the plot is the following .The movie starts with the FF living in this 60s retro futuristic universe where they are the main heroes and protectors….' '…The F4 decide to stay in this universe and help save it, and Galactus makes his first steps in Manhattan, as the third act starts. But that's where the plot leak stops. We don't know if the heroes save the universe or not, but they will definitely travel back to their home world of 616 by the end, possibly bringing Galactus with them.' However, another Redditor literally denounced the clip, noting, 'I figured they were fake. Leader having pretty much the same post-credits scene as BNW again and Doom's debut being in Thunderbolts instead of the F4 movie coming 2 months later was weird. From what I've been reading in Twitter and other subs, looks like everyone's saying the same about the Red Guardian and F4 scenes.' 'So since it seems like Val officially renames the Thunderbolts to the New Avengers before the credits, does the final credits logo change to reflect that? Like how The Falcon and The Winter Soldier's final credits logo for Episode 6 was Captain America and The Winter Soldier?' even one user questioned. ALSO READ| Marvel Thunderbolts movie cast: Meet the full lineup of actors and actresses The official Hollywood premiere took place just yesterday, and while full reviews are still under wraps until later today, early reactions are trickling in. Whether that translates to a strong Rotten Tomatoes score is another question. The film itself follows a ragtag band of antiheroes—Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Ghost, Taskmaster, and John Walker—thrust together on a dangerous mission after being manipulated by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine. Now the bigger question looms: will they fall apart, or rise as something more?
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Thunderbolts: When will Marvel's new movie release? Here's release date, cast and plot
Marvel Studios has confirmed the release of Thunderbolts in theaters on May 2, 2025. The film will conclude Marvel's Phase 5 and will come before The Fantastic Four, which begins Phase 6. Jake Schreier directs this upcoming Marvel project. Release Thunderbolts was first scheduled to release in July 2024. However, the film experienced delays and will now release almost a year later. Unlike some other Marvel projects that are still awaiting confirmed release dates, Thunderbolts now has a fixed schedule. The studio has not given specific reasons for the delay. Final Phase 5 Marvel Film This film is the last title in Marvel's Phase 5 lineup. It will lead directly into Phase 6, starting with The Fantastic Four. The placement of Thunderbolts in the timeline shows its importance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) storyline. 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Drugstore Wrinkle Cream Has Bargain Hunters Buying 3 At A Time Lift & Firm Undo Also Read: Cast The cast of Thunderbolts includes Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier, David Harbour as Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian, Wyatt Russell as John Walker/US Agent, Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr/Ghost, Olga Kurylenko as Antonia Dreykov/Taskmaster, Lewis Pullman as Bob/Sentry, Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Valentina Allegra de Fontaine and Geraldine Viswanathan as Mel. Live Events Plot Not many plot details have been released. The trailer suggests a group of characters with uncertain motives forming a team. Each member appears to be searching for direction. One main mystery is the character Bob, played by Lewis Pullman. His role and identity may be central to the story. Another point revealed is that Valentina now owns the Avengers Tower, renamed the Watchtower. This may indicate her influence over the team. Her goals are unclear, especially since she has a history of assigning violent missions to some team members. FAQs When is Thunderbolts releasing in theaters? Thunderbolts will be released on May 2, 2025, after being delayed from its original July 2024 schedule. What is the story focus of Thunderbolts? The film centers on a group of uncertain characters forming a team, with hidden motives and mystery surrounding their roles and future actions.
