Avengers Endgame: Directors Joe and Anthony Russo Answer Fans’ Burning Questions
Summary
In this Q&A article, we will explore various topics related to the blockbuster movie, Avengers: Endgame, by focusing on the answers given by the directors, Joe, and Anthony, Russo. The Russo brothers address questions regarding the characters, the storyline, time travel, power levels, deleted scenes and explain the complexity of translating comic book content to the screen.
Table of Contents:
- How Aging Works in the MCU
- Bruce Banner’s Integration with the Hulk
- Translating Comic Book Material to the Screen
- Time Travel Rules in Avengers Endgame
- The Deleted Scene with Black Widow, Captain America, and Falcon
- The Roles of Joe Russo’s Daughters in the Movie
- Why Didn’t Peter Parker’s Friends Age?
- The Significance of Falcon Getting the Shield Over Bucky
Introduction:
Avengers: Endgame is one of the biggest box office hits of all time. The movie made waves with its storyline, character development and emotional moments, leaving fans in awe. However, with its epic conclusion, many fans had questions and lingering uncertainties regarding various details of the movie. Luckily, the directors, Joe and Anthony Russo, have clarified some of these questions.
Q&A:
How Aging Works in the MCU
One of the major questions regarding Avengers: Endgame was how the five-year time jump affected the characters. One question raised was whether those who disappeared and came back missed five years of their lives and aged accordingly or did not age at all. The Russo brothers clarified that those who returned after the snap missed five years and did not age. It was a way to maintain continuity in the storyline without adding additional complications.
Bruce Banner’s Integration with the Hulk
Another question raised was how Bruce Banner’s transition to Professor Hulk came about. The Russo brothers explained that Bruce spent the five-year time jump pressing himself to reconcile with the Hulk, eventually resulting in the Professor Hulk persona – a part Banner, and a part Hulk, where they could coexist as a unified entity effectively.
Translating Comic Book Material to the Screen
The directors also explained the process of adapting comic book content into a cinematic form. They addressed how they choose what to keep and what to change and said that the process ultimately depends on the individual story they are trying to create. While choosing what to retain, they have to consider how to translate those elements in a way that they complement the story they are trying to tell.
Time Travel Rules in Avengers Endgame
The time travelling aspect of the movie created some confusion among fans. The Russo brothers explained that they had to create rules and limitations for the characters to follow. They explained that time travel in the MCU is not a science because it is impossible to define rules around and for time travel. Therefore, they chose to base their rules on some famous time travel films.
The Deleted Scene with Black Widow, Captain America, and Falcon
One question that fans were interested in was the scene with Black Widow, Captain America, and Falcon helping Vision and Wanda escape from Corvus Glaive and Proxima Midnight. The scene was deleted from the movie but was later included in the bonus features of the DVD release. The Russo brothers stated that the scene was primarily deleted due to cohesiveness and that they felt it would be better to focus on the main plotline of the story.
The Roles of Joe Russo’s Daughters in the Movie
Both of Joe Russo’s daughters made cameo appearances in the movie, with one appearing in the support group scene and the other being the child who Ant-Man gave a taco to. The directors expressed how proud they were to include their daughters in the movie but noted that the girls did not share screen time because of their limited availability during the filming process.
Why Didn’t Peter Parker’s Friends Age?
One major plot hole that fans noticed was the lack of physical changes in Peter Parker’s friends, considering they were part of the same high school class but should have aged five years. The Russo brothers explained that since they were the same age as Peter, they were also snapped away, and came back the same age, which explains why they did not age.
The Significance of Falcon Getting the Shield Over Bucky
At the end of the movie, Steve Rogers hands off the shield to Sam “Falcon” Wilson rather than Bucky, who was a key character in the Captain America comics. The Russo brothers explained their reasoning behind this decision, saying that Bucky has a complicated history and is dealing with a damaged mind. They felt that Sam was a better match for the powerful weapon because of his leadership traits and his ability to inspire hope.
Conclusion:
Avengers: Endgame gripped audience’s hearts worldwide with its storyline and exceptional performances. However, the movie was not without its plotholes and unanswered questions. The directors’ responses to fan inquiries have helped to shine a light on the intricacies of the movie and provided a more in-depth understanding of the characters’ motivations and how they fit into the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe. Thank you, Joe and Anthony Russo, for taking the time to answer some of our burning questions, and for delivering an unforgettable cinematic masterpiece.
