Marvel Studios is reportedly set to release an upcoming MCU film that is heavily inspired by anime. The report comes amid major delays in MCU television releases, with the studio continuing to pump out movies. In 2023 alone, the MCU plans to release three films in theaters, including Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and The Marvels.
Details On The Inspiration
According to industry expert Jeff Sneider of The Hot Mic podcast, The Marvels, set to be released in November, will be heavily anime-inspired. Sneider did not provide additional information on how the inspiration will be implemented or whether it will be visually or plot-centric.
Anime-Inspiration In Hollywood
The use of anime inspiration in Hollywood has been on the rise recently, with movies such as Turning Red, Bullet Train, Creed III, and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish being heavily influenced by anime themes and visuals. Creed III star Michael B. Jordan spoke about his love for anime and how it inspires him in his work, stating that he taps into the similar tones, themes, and feelings that are present in anime.
How The Marvels Might Incorporate Anime Inspiration
As The Marvels is a live-action movie, the visual inspiration from anime would theoretically be limited to the visual effects. However, there is a possibility that the film’s director, Nia DaCosta, could implement animation within the live-action setting. The Marvels could also take a plot-centric approach to anime inspiration and include that influence in how the three main characters interact with one another. The characters, Carol Danvers, Monica Rambeau, and Kamala Khan, are expected to form or reform their relationships in compelling ways, potentially challenging each other in a manner similar to the themes present in anime.
