Some people felt that since "America" is in the character's name, he directly represents American values of "freedom, justice, and standing up for what's right" even though we can't honestly admit the country as a whole is upholding these moral standards.
Anthony Mackie , who first joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Sam Wilson in The Winter Soldier , has risen to take on the mantle of one of the franchise's most impactful heroes. After receiving the shield from Steve Rogers in Avengers: Endgame ,
The latest star in the crosshairs is Anthony Mackie, who has now backtracked on comments he made recently ahead of his headlining turn in next month’s Captain America: Brave New World. The kerfluffle began when Mackie,
Comments made by actor Anthony Mackie went viral this week after the Captain America: Brave New World star opened up about what the Marvel character means to him. Speaking at an event, Mackie, who will star in the February movie as the title hero,
The Marvel Cinematic Universe looks a lot different these days as familiar faces are stepping into new roles, and newcomers joining the fray. Ahead of the highly anticipated Captain America: Brave New World,
Anthony Mackie addressed backlash over his comments on Captain America’s symbolism, reaffirming his patriotism and the superhero’s global resonance.
Anthony Mackie, who plays Sam Wilson/Captain America, recently sparked controversy with his comments about the character's representation. He stated that Captain America represents more than just America,
Apparently Evans spoiled Anthony Mackie's promotion through some very MCU theatrics, part of which had convinced Mackie that a new version of Endgame's script he hadn't read was going to kill off Sam Wilson. As you'll read in this anecdote recalled below, that couldn't have been further from the truth:
Anthony Mackie explains what Captain America represents for him: “Captain America represents a lot of different things & I don’t think the term ‘America’ should be one of those representations. It’s about a man who keeps his word, who has honor, dignity and integrity.” (Source:… pic.twitter.com/d5bvqIbreF
The actor originally said Captain America represents "a lot of different things" but that he thinks "the term 'America'" is not one of them.
There are a couple of main ways to approach an MCU rewatch though if you want to have some sense of order. You can either watch everything in the order they were released, or you can watch everything in chronological order which will require some jumping around the various Marvel Phases.