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Marvel

The MCU is the Marvel Cinematic Universe: a franchise and shared-universe in which 23 movies produced by Marvel Studios take place.
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The Marvel Cinematic Universe: a realistic fictional world

Paper
Renske Jacobs
01/08/2022
11 minutes to read

In this paper, we explore how Marvel Studios creates a fictional universe that remains realistic in its own right. The main focus is on the reality effect, the paradox of fiction and consistency in the movies' characters.

Collage of the Marvel Cinematic Universe film posters
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The Power of Transmedia Storytelling in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Paper
Paige Christianne Andres
06/10/2021
13 minutes to read

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is regarded as the pioneer of modern transmedia storytelling, keeping the perfect balance between innovation and familiarity, yet it has its flaws. Learn more about the MCU's highs and lows as a transmedia empire here.