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Captain Marvel’s Cat Goose Explained
Full spoilers follow for Captain Marvel!
Everyone who’s seen Captain Marvel knows that Goose the cat not only steals his scenes in the movie, he also steals the Cosmic Cube. And that’s because he’s not just some mere tabby cat. No, it’s revealed that Goose the cat's species is a Flerken, an alien that just so happens to look exactly like earthly felines …. but with some very shocking and deadly differences.
Introduced in the pages of Ms. Marvel by creators Brian Reed and Roberto De La Torre, the Marvel Comics equivalent of the movie’s Goose was named Chewie — yes, after Star Wars’ Chewbacca, but changed for the movie as an homage to Top Gun and Carol Danvers’ military aviation background. Fun fact: Chewie was also a she, not a he.
How Captain Marvel Pays Tribute to Stan Lee
Some SPOILERS ahead for Captain Marvel.
Marvel Studios redesigned their opening credits logo for Captain Marvel to pay tribute to the late Stan Lee, the Marvel Comics icon who died last November.
Whereas the opening Marvel Studios scrawl typically features images and footage of MCU superheroes, this new version created for Captain Marvel has substituted footage of Lee for the likes of Iron Man and his fellow Avengers.
The Marvel Studios opening logo footage — which had previously been updated last year for Marvel Studios’ 10th anniversary — is followed by a black screen with a simple text message: “Thank you, Stan.”
How Captain Marvel Pays Tribute to Stan Lee
Some SPOILERS ahead for Captain Marvel.
Marvel Studios redesigned their opening credits logo for Captain Marvel to pay tribute to the late Stan Lee, the Marvel Comics icon who died last November.
Whereas the opening Marvel Studios scrawl typically features images and footage of MCU superheroes, this new version created for Captain Marvel has substituted footage of Lee for the likes of Iron Man and his fellow Avengers.
The Marvel Studios opening logo footage — which had previously been updated last year for Marvel Studios’ 10th anniversary — is followed by a black screen with a simple text message: “Thank you, Stan.”
Captain Marvel Switched the Gender of This Iconic Comics Character
FULL SPOILERS ahead for Captain Marvel!
Annette Bening plays the original Captain Marvel, the Kree agent known as Mar-Vell, in the new MCU movie of the same name. The Oscar nominee’s character had been shrouded in mystery leading up the film’s release.
As it turns out, Bening pulls triple duty in the film. Not only is she the first Captain Marvel, but her character Mar-Vell also operates under the guise of Project P.E.G.A.S.U.S. scientist Dr. Wendy Lawson. Both Mar-Vell and Lawson were male characters in the original Marvel Comics, the latter appearing in 1967’s Marvel Super Heroes #13 as Dr. Walter Lawson.
Walter Lawson was a human scientist who died when double-crossing Kree commander Yon-Rogg (played in the film by Jude Law) betrayed and tried to kill Mar-Vell, shooting down Lawson’s plane in the process. Mar-Vell then assumed Lawson’s identity to investigate and uncover what Yon-Rogg was plotting for Earth.
Captain Marvel Switched the Gender of This Iconic Comics Character
FULL SPOILERS ahead for Captain Marvel!
Annette Bening plays the original Captain Marvel, the Kree agent known as Mar-Vell, in the new MCU movie of the same name. The Oscar nominee’s character had been shrouded in mystery leading up the film’s release.
As it turns out, Bening pulls triple duty in the film. Not only is she the first Captain Marvel, but her character Mar-Vell also operates under the guise of Project P.E.G.A.S.U.S. scientist Dr. Wendy Lawson. Both Mar-Vell and Lawson were male characters in the original Marvel Comics, the latter appearing in 1967’s Marvel Super Heroes #13 as Dr. Walter Lawson.
Walter Lawson was a human scientist who died when double-crossing Kree commander Yon-Rogg (played in the film by Jude Law) betrayed and tried to kill Mar-Vell, shooting down Lawson’s plane in the process. Mar-Vell then assumed Lawson’s identity to investigate and uncover what Yon-Rogg was plotting for Earth.
Shazam! First Reactions Twitter Roundup
Various members of the press had the opportunity to attend an early screening of Shazam! With the embargo now lifted, those who saw the film can freely give their opinions on social media - and reactions are quite positive.
Many critics noted the movie’s heart and humor, with some giving particular praise to Zachary Levi’s performance and David Sandberg's direction. Some went as far to say it’s the best movie in the DC Extended Universe.
Cinema Blend’s Eric Eisenberg called the film a delight, particularly praising Levi’s performance, saying it’s the role he was born to play.
Shazam! First Reactions Twitter Roundup
Various members of the press had the opportunity to attend an early screening of Shazam! With the embargo now lifted, those who saw the film can freely give their opinions on social media - and reactions are quite positive.
Many critics noted the movie’s heart and humor, with some giving particular praise to Zachary Levi’s performance and David Sandberg's direction. Some went as far to say it’s the best movie in the DC Extended Universe.
Cinema Blend’s Eric Eisenberg called the film a delight, particularly praising Levi’s performance, saying it’s the role he was born to play.
Captain Marvel Movie’s Yon-Rogg Explained
Note: With Captain Marvel hitting theaters this weekend, we figured it was time to freshen up on the history of Yon-Rogg once more. This story has been updated accordingly but is SPOILER-FREE for the movie. Still, for anyone who wants to avoid potential spoilers and speculation based on the comics stories, stand warned!
While Marvel fans have known that Jude Law has a prominent role in the Captain Marvel movie, it's only recently that we've learned which character Law is actually playing. Contrary to popular belief, the actor isn't co-starring as Carol Danvers' heroic mentor Mar-Vell. Instead, he's playing a villain from the comics named Yon-Rogg.
Game of Thrones: Is the Night King After This Hero?
Slowly but surely, the release of Game of Thrones Season 8 is drawing closer. Actor Vladimir Furdik, who played the undead villain The Night King since Season 6, offered an intriguing new tease about the final season in an interview with Entertainment Weekly.
If you want to remain completely spoiler-free for Season 8, this article does contain some released details about the upcoming final season, so read on with caution. If you're game for Thrones theories, this is the post for you!
According to Furdik, his character has one specific target in mind as he leads an all-out invasion of Westeros. While Furdik seems to suggest that person is Jon Snow, we actually think that's a misdirect and the Night King is actually after Bran Stark, the one living person who might hold the key to defeating the White Walkers. Here's why Bran is probably the Night King's top priority in Season 8:
Game of Thrones: Is the Night King After This Hero?
Slowly but surely, the release of Game of Thrones Season 8 is drawing closer. Actor Vladimir Furdik, who played the undead villain The Night King since Season 6, offered an intriguing new tease about the final season in an interview with Entertainment Weekly.
If you want to remain completely spoiler-free for Season 8, this article does contain some released details about the upcoming final season, so read on with caution. If you're game for Thrones theories, this is the post for you!
According to Furdik, his character has one specific target in mind as he leads an all-out invasion of Westeros. While Furdik seems to suggest that person is Jon Snow, we actually think that's a misdirect and the Night King is actually after Bran Stark, the one living person who might hold the key to defeating the White Walkers. Here's why Bran is probably the Night King's top priority in Season 8: