All movies go through script changes, especially franchises with as many moving parts as the MCU. So when screenwriters Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely, as well as Anthony and Joe Russo took to social media for a watch party of both “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame” the result was a series of fun behind the scenes stories and ideas that almost made it to the final movie, including Doctor Strange wearing Iron Man’s suit.

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Following the massive success of “It: Chapter One” and the presumed box office bank ‘Chapter Two’ will make next month, director Andy Muschietti is becoming a very busy man. He was recently reported as in talks to helm “The Flash” for Warner Bros and was previously said to be working on an “Attack on Titan” film.

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If you were thinking that Joe and Anthony Russo would stick to superheroes after their stint with the Marvel Cinematic Universe just ended, you’re sadly mistaken. After creating the massive production company AGBO, the duo is producing some high-profile projects with some of the biggest names (including many of their MCU friends), but nothing, so far, has to do with people in capes or suits of iron armor.

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For all the ways in which “Avengers: Endgame” brought the Marvel Cinematic Universe full circle after over 11 years of intricately overlaid stories, its final shot of Captain America – Infinity Stones having been returned to their rightful place post-Thanos defeat – dancing with Peggy Carter in the light of mid-century suburbia was perhaps the film’s most unexpected and unexpectedly tender bit of closure.

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But an earlier draft of the script – presumably when dozens of potential endings both monumental and intimate were still being considered – explored the possibility of Steve Rogers trying to make a life with yet another, 21st-century Carter: Sharon (Emily VanCamp).

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Hey, “Avengers: Endgame” is in theaters now, and as you can imagine, spoilers abound. We’ve already written our spoiler-free review, but now it’s time to get into some of the nitty-gritty and the impact that ‘Endgame’ will have on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Suffice it to say, please don’t read this piece if you haven’t seen “Avengers Endgame.” That’s hopefully obvious. Don’t do it, thanks. *Spoilers forthcoming.*

“Avengers: Endgame” is upon us.

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How do you possibly craft a feature film that pays off the journeys of a dozen or more characters over the course of 21 films and somehow pleases the fans and makes $2 billion in the process? That’s the question that plagued writers Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely when they were presented with a blank document and a ton of expectation before penning the script for “Avengers: Endgame.” And when the writers talk about it, you can tell they were fully aware of the pressure of the situation.

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Hold on a second while I put on my suit of armor that’s going to protect me from the vicious fandom debate that’s about to kick off.

It’s time to talk about Marvel vs. DC. Not only are we going to pit the two universes against each other, but we’re going to see just how two of the creative minds behind some of the best things at Marvel Studios would “fix” the DC film universe.

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It’s been two weeks since the world was forever changed by the events of “Avengers: Infinity War.” Okay, maybe that’s hyperbolic, but honestly, looking at social media, you get the feeling that Marvel Studios might need to watch out for a class-action lawsuit due to the psychological trauma caused by the film. Many fans left the two-hour-and-forty-minute film utterly depressed by the sheer amount of casualties, fake or not, as seen in the film.

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Spoilers, spoiler, spoilers. Do not proceed further if you haven’t seen Marvel’s “Avengers: Infinity War” like three times and have processed your grief.

It’s Marvel week (and hopefully not month). “Avengers: Infinity War” is an unstoppable Thanos-like monster destroying everything in its path and grossing $800 million in just five days in theaters. At this rate, it’s easily going to break “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” record for the fastest film to reach $1 billion.

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Screenwriting partners Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely work in what they describe as the “best place in town.” They mean, Marvel Studios in Los Angeles, and they have a rare seat at the table of one of Hollywood’s biggest empires. The writers have become go-to Marvel writers, practically the in-house crew. Starting with “Captain America: The First Avenger” in 2011, they’ve written every Cap movie (‘Winter Soldier,’ ‘Civil War’), “Thor: The Dark World,” wrote on ABC’s “Agent Carter,” were reportedly behind some “Ant-Man” rewrites (uncredited) and were given one of the most prestigious tasks on the planet: writing one of the biggest movies of all time “Avengers Infinity War” and the ‘Untitled Avengers 4‘ movie that will arrive in 2019.

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“Captain America: Civil War” is massive in many ways. While it’s officially the latest entry in the Captain America franchise, it’s as big as any ‘Avengers’ movie, and features many characters from the superhero team in prominent roles. It’s also a smash hit, well on its way to $1 billion worldwide, and with plenty more to put in the bank account before the run is over. However, the blockbuster does have unique elements that make it distinct in the Marvel Cinematic Universe so far.

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As readers around here generally know, I’m usually pretty  ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ about Marvel movies and superhero flicks, but I have no problem admitting “Captain America: Civil War” is a cut above. It manages to have real stakes without the world being at peril, with motivations driven by character instead of explosions, all while managing to be pretty light on its feet. And funny, too. Yes, while the movie pits former buds Captain America and Iron Man against each other, there’s still time for plenty of jokes, and two of the film’s biggest have their roots in pop culture.

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New Photos From 'Captain America: Civil War,' Hulk Nearly Had A Post-Credits Cameo

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'Avengers: Age Of Ultron' Called "Amazing" And "More Emotional" With "Insane Action" After First Screening

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Writers Tease "Psychotic 1950s Cap" For 'Captain America 3'

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