Captain America: Brave New World Faces Director Shakeup Rumors
Fresh off the press, D23 has dropped the trailer for Captain America: Brave New World, and the rumor mill is spinning faster than ever. Whispers suggest that Marvel Studios might have shown director Julius Onah the door, fueling speculation surrounding this highly anticipated film.
If you’ve followed Brave New World’s tumultuous journey, you know it’s faced more reshoots than a perfectionist’s photoshoot. Rumors abound that nearly the entire film has been reshot, a drastic move typically reserved for projects in serious trouble.
Marvel’s Director Drama: A Familiar Tale
Director swaps are nothing new for Disney. Remember Gareth Edwards? He was replaced by Tony Gilroy during the production of Star Wars: Rogue One. Similarly, industry whispers suggest Taika Waititi was quietly sidelined from Thor: Love and Thunder. Marvel’s behind-the-scenes drama could easily serve as the plot of its own soap opera.
Given Disney’s history with director replacements, the buzz about Brave New World isn’t exactly shocking. A mysterious Twitter user hinted that while Julius Onah might still be credited, his influence on the final product could be minimal.
Social Media Showdown
The online debate heated up when another user cited Tim Blake Nelson’s praise for Onah as proof against the rumors. But the original poster shot back, noting that actors also praised Gareth Edwards during Rogue One promotions, even though he was ultimately replaced. The exchange turned into a Twitter showdown, with the original poster defending his claims by pointing out the well-known chaotic production and asserting his reports are honest. It was like watching an episode of Law & Order unfold on social media.
Who’s Steering the Ship Now?
With Onah’s rumored exit, speculation is rampant about who might be steering the ship now. If this situation mirrors Thor: Love and Thunder, Marvel could have taken control themselves. They might be piecing together the final cut from Onah’s footage, or perhaps a producer and director of photography are managing the reshoots. Notably, while Onah was absent from D23, Matt Shakman was present for Fantastic Four, and Jake Schreier showed up for Thunderbolts. The plot thickens, leaving fans to wonder who’s really in charge.
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