Joe Russo, one half of the Russo Brothers, recently spoke about Marvel’s Phase 5 and the new direction that the franchise is taking. He noted that fans need to be patient about the redirection and that it’s time for a new story.
Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige Praised
Joe Russo had high praise for Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, stating that he’s the best at telling stories right now. Russo believes that if anyone is worth betting on, it’s Feige.
Joe Russo’s Thoughts On Phase 5
The director shared his thoughts on the Multiverse Saga in Phase 5, describing it as “a very new story” that fans need to be patient with. He also noted that Marvel is taking some very big swings and championing diversity, which is a huge win for large-scale storytelling.
Will The Russo Brothers Return To Marvel?
Joe Russo admitted that he’s not sure if the Russo Brothers will return to Marvel. He stated that they love Marvel and had an amazing experience working together, but they’re currently focused on running their production company AGBO and the projects that they have going on.
Why Marvel Fans Need To Be Patient
Joe Russo’s comments serve as a reminder that every success takes time. He noted that the Infinity Saga wasn’t an instant success, specifically during Phase 1. Russo believes that the panic button shouldn’t be pressed yet since Phase 5 has just begun with Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. It’s possible that the next few movies will ramp up the quality that Marvel Studios is known for, giving fans something to look forward to.