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The thing I love about Marvel in general is that they deal with people. They deal with the human being first: Who is inside the suit? Who is the person that obtained this power or this ability?
Chadwick Boseman
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What this quote means

This quote emphasizes the importance of understanding the human experience behind superhero stories.

Chadwick Boseman's quote highlights Marvel's approach to storytelling, which prioritizes the exploration of the human condition over the superhuman powers of its characters. By focusing on who the individuals are beneath their heroic personas, Marvel creates relatable narratives that reflect real-life struggles and triumphs, reminding audiences that every person has a story, regardless of their extraordinary abilities.

Themes

MarvelHumanitySuperheroesStorytellingIdentity

In practice

Example use cases

During a panel discussion on character development in comics.

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