Kevin Feige Dismisses Worries That 'Avengers: Doomsday' Had No 'Build-Up': Fans Said Thanos 'Just Sits on a Chair''
Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige is responding to fan backlash regarding the lack of narrative build-up for Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday'.
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Kevin Feige has dismissed concerns from fans who claim the introduction of Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday' lacks sufficient build-up. Feige stated that the introduction of this character mirrors that of Thanos and noted that this similarity is not a coincidence.
Coverage from Kotaku, TheWrap, and Comic Basics emphasizes the reaction to the film's trailer and Feige's comparison to previous villains. IMDb reports that Feige and the Russo Brothers have discussed why the returns of both Steve Rogers and Doctor Doom were necessary for the film.
Future developments center on the continued rollout of 'Avengers: Doomsday' and the resolution of fan concerns regarding the film's narrative structure.
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How did Kevin Feige respond to the lack of build-up for Doctor Doom?
Feige dismissed the worries, explaining that Doctor Doom's introduction mirrors that of Thanos.
Which other character is returning alongside Doctor Doom?
According to IMDb, Steve Rogers is also returning in 'Avengers: Doomsday'.
What sparked the fan backlash?
The backlash followed the release of the 'Avengers: Doomsday' trailer.
Coverage (5)
- Kevin Feige Explains Exactly Why Doctor Doom’s Introduction Mirrors Thanos, and It’s Not a Coincidence Comic Basics · 8h ago
- Kevin Feige and the Russo Brothers Reveal Why Steve Rogers And Doctor Doom Both Had To Return Together in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ IMDb · 8h ago
- Marvel Boss Responds To Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Backlash Over The Lack Of Build-Up Kotaku · 8h ago
- Kevin Feige Claps Back At Fans, Accidentally Revealing How Bad Marvel’s Best Films Are Yahoo · 8h ago
- Kevin Feige Dismisses Worries That 'Avengers: Doomsday' Had No 'Build-Up': Fans Said Thanos 'Just Sits on a Chair'' TheWrap · 8h ago broke it first
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