‘Captain America: Brave New World’ First Reactions After Premiere: “A Thrill Ride From Start to Finish”
Marvel fans are buzzing with excitement after the premiere of Captain America: Brave New World, which has generated a wave of enthusiastic early reactions. Anthony Mackie steps into the iconic role of Captain America in this latest Marvel film, following his debut as Sam Wilson in Captain America: The Winter Soldier over a decade ago.
The film picks up after Sam Wilson officially becomes Captain America in Avengers: Endgame (2019), when Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) passes him the shield. Brave New World follows Sam as he takes on the mantle of the superhero and tackles the challenges that come with it.
Premiering in Hollywood, the film’s social media buzz quickly picked up, with reactions coming in fast and furious. Early feedback from both the premiere and press screenings hit social media Tuesday night, just days before the official reviews are expected to land.
Brave New World had been highly anticipated since it was first announced in April 2021, though it was delayed due to the writers and actors strikes. Initially slated for a July 2024 release, the film’s premiere date shifted, with it now opening in theaters on Friday.
Directed by Julius Onah, known for Luce, the movie introduces a new chapter in the MCU, with Harrison Ford joining the cast as General Ross. The role, previously portrayed by the late William Hurt, adds a new layer of complexity to the storyline. In an exciting twist, Ross transforms into the Red Hulk—sparking an intense clash with Sam Wilson that promises plenty of action. Fans who followed Sam’s journey from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier series will see his transformation into Captain America continue, with his ally Joaquín Torres (played by Danny Ramirez) stepping into the role of the new Falcon.
Liv Tyler, Tim Blake Nelson, and Giancarlo Esposito round out the impressive ensemble cast, adding further intrigue to the film’s already gripping narrative.
The social media reactions so far have been overwhelmingly positive, with many calling the film a “thrill ride from start to finish.” Fans are praising the action-packed sequences, the performances, particularly Mackie’s portrayal of the new Captain America, and the exciting developments in the MCU’s latest chapter.
Captain America: Brave New World marks an important milestone for the MCU as it passes the torch to a new Captain America while continuing to build the franchise’s legacy. With the film now officially in theaters, audiences are eagerly awaiting the next big chapter in the Marvel universe.
