Last month, ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ celebrated its 10th anniversary, a film widely regarded as one of the best in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Not only did it reinvigorate the beloved superhero franchise, but it also marked the beginning of the Russo Brothers’ remarkable journey in the MCU, one that would culminate in the groundbreaking ‘Avengers: Endgame.’
During a recent conversation with GamesRadar+, the Russo Brothers reminisced about the film that launched their MCU adventure. They recalled the thrilling experience of entering the MCU with ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ and exiting it seven years later with ‘Avengers: Endgame.’ Despite the growing scale and complexity of their Marvel projects, the Russos emphasized that they always felt like they were working with family.
When asked about the highlights of their MCU careers, the Russo Brothers unanimously pointed to the sense of family they cultivated. Anthony Russo explained, ‘Family is really important to us. We grew up in a big Italian family, and we’ve always seen our movies and our work as an extension of our family.’ He added that the lasting relationships they have forged with creative collaborators and actors are what they cherish most.
The Russo Brothers’ post-MCU projects have continued to feature frequent collaborations with Marvel stars, including Tom Holland in ‘Cherry’ and Chris Evans in Netflix’s ‘The Gray Man.’ In these films, they have sought to maintain the ‘stand-out experience’ they fostered during their time with the MCU, where movies engaged in a dialogue with fans.
Joe Russo highlighted the importance of creating films that resonate with audiences on a deeper level, citing ‘Avengers: Endgame’ as a prime example. He shared his unforgettable experience of witnessing the intense audience reactions during screenings of the film, a testament to the power of audience engagement. The Russo Brothers concluded by expressing their appreciation for active audiences and their belief in the transformative power of fandom.
