Interesting Facts About the Film 'CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD' and Its Connection to the MCU Today

Marvel Studios once again shakes the cinematic universe with the latest film in the Captain America franchise, namely CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD. This film marks an important moment in the development of the character Sam Wilson, who now fully takes on the role of Captain America following the events of THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER.

In addition to highlighting Sam's journey, the film also features the return of Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross, now played by Harrison Ford. Ross's presence as the President of the United States opens a new chapter in the political and military conflict in the MCU world. Meanwhile, the return of Dr. Samuel Sterns aka The Leader signifies the continuation of a storyline that had been forgotten since THE INCREDIBLE HULK (2008).

From the return of old characters to the mystery surrounding Red Hulk, here are interesting facts you need to know before watching CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD.

1. Sam Wilson Now Fully Becomes Captain America

Interesting Facts About the Movie 'CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD' and Its Connection to the Current MCU Era (credit: imdb)

Since Steve Rogers handed over his shield in AVENGERS: ENDGAME, Sam Wilson's journey to accept the role of Captain America has not been easy. In the series THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER, he faced immense pressure from society and the government, which even chose John Walker as the new Captain America.

However, after facing various challenges, including conflicts with the Flag Smashers and gaining support from Isaiah Bradley, Sam ultimately accepts his destiny. In CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, we will see Sam as a mature Captain America, striving to uphold justice in a world full of uncertainty.

2. Thaddeus Ross Now Becomes President of the United States

Interesting Facts About the Film 'CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD' and Its Connection to the Current MCU Era (credit: imdb)

Thaddeus Ross, who previously served as Secretary of State and a key figure in the implementation of the Sokovia Accords, now has a larger role. In CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, he has become the President of the United States, bringing significant changes in military policy and oversight of super-powered individuals.

Ross's presence in the presidential seat signifies the potential for new threats. In his comic book history, Ross is known as Red Hulk, an alter ego formed as a result of military experiments on his body. Will this film show Ross's transformation into Red Hulk? This question becomes one of the main attractions of the film.

3. Dr. Samuel Sterns Returns with a Great Threat

Interesting Facts about the Film 'CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD' and Its Era Connection with the Current MCU (credit: imdb)

The last time we saw Dr. Samuel Sterns was in THE INCREDIBLE HULK (2008), where he was exposed to Bruce Banner's blood and began to experience mutations in his brain. After more than a decade of disappearing from the big screen, Sterns finally returns in CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD.

In the comics, Sterns becomes an evil genius known as The Leader, who possesses super intelligence due to gamma mutation. With Sterns' return, this film could serve as a stage for the development of a scientific plot involving human experiments, super serums, or even a major conspiracy within the government.

4. Joaquin Torres Confirmed to Become the New Falcon

Interesting Facts About the Movie 'CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD' and Its Connection to the Current MCU Era (credit: imdb)

In THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER, Joaquin Torres is introduced as an Air Force lieutenant who assists Sam Wilson in his mission. At the end of the series, Sam hands over his Falcon wings to Torres, indicating that he will become the next Falcon.

Now, in CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, Torres is confirmed to take action as the new Falcon. This shows that Sam is not only taking on the role of Captain America but is also beginning to build a new team that will protect the world.

5. The Mystery of This Film's Connection to 'ETERNALS'

In the trailer for CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, there is one intriguing detail that should not be missed: the presence of Tiamut, who is petrified in the middle of the ocean. This is a continuation of the events in ETERNALS, where the Eternals stopped the resurrection of the Celestial Tiamut and turned him to stone.

Until now, Marvel has not explained the impact of Tiamut's petrified existence on the MCU world. However, with Tiamut's appearance in this film, there is a possibility that the government under Ross's leadership has plans to extract material from Tiamut's body to create new weapons or technology.

6. Will Steve Rogers return in this film?

There is no official confirmation regarding the appearance of Steve Rogers, but this film is entirely focused on Sam Wilson's journey as Captain America.

7. Will Thaddeus Ross turn into Red Hulk?

In the comics, Ross does become Red Hulk, but Marvel Studios has not confirmed whether this transformation will occur in this film.

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