Not exact matches
But the path is hard because (1) we
need to know who our «authentic self» even is, (2) we
need superhero powers to stay true to this inner being through our thoughts, emotions, and
actions, and (3) we must adapt to and trust how this authentic self continues to evolve over time and life circumstances.
To a certain degree, it's because Thor, Loki, Hulk, and Scrapper all make fun of ancient stereotypes, tamping down expectations that they'd ever want to be typical
superheroes, and then proving by their
actions that they're willing to make the sacrifices
needed.
Without fail, creators of
superhero sequels feel the
need to escalate the
action quotient, and we usually end up with messes like X Men: The Final Stand, which had scores of super-powered moments, none of which were worthwhile.
It helps too, of course, that moviegoers around the world have embraced the
superheroes unequivocally they've met over the last decade (key to long - form, serial storytelling regardless of genre), reducing the
need for long, drawn - out, character intros and giving plot, plot driven by
action and spectacle, the predominant, primary role.
The overinflated
superhero genre has been overdue for a popping, and this breezy
action comedy provided the much -
needed pin.
«Women don't
need massive explosions to get them out of the house and to the movie theaters,» said Glickman., referring to effects - driven
action films and
superhero sagas.