It’s no secret that
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
is set to open the multiverse in a big way. Directed by Sam Raimi, the film will showcase the first MCU team-up of
Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange and Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch
, and it is expected that it will change the landscape of the franchise in many ways.
The details behind the madness within the multiverse are still being kept under wraps, but plot elements such as the time-travel during
Avengers: Endgame
and Wanda’s transformation into the
Scarlet Witch during
WandaVision
are all expected to play a heavy role in the narrative.
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The cast of
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
will feature new and returning characters such as Chiwetel Ejiofor’s Baron Mordo and newcomer
Xochitl Gomez as the reality-hopping America Chavez
.
With production coming to an end sooner rather than later, one of the lead stars has opened up about the different vibe of the MCU sequel.
ELIZABETH OLSEN ON MCU SEQUEL’S HORROR
Marvel
Elizabeth Olsen sat down with
Glamour
for a candid chat, and one of the topics that were discussed is the actress’ next MCU outing,
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
.
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Olsen described the MCU sequel as a
“bonkers”
movie while also pointing out that the crew is
“going for that horror show vibe:”
“It’s a bonkers movie, they’re definitely going for that horror show vibe.”
In the same report, Glamour also revealed that Olsen has been living in Richmond, London with her musician fiancé Robbie Arnett since October. This is a possible indication that the actress began work on the sequel at that time.
DOCTOR STRANGE 2 EMBRACES HORROR
Olsen’s
“horror show vibe”
comment should give fans a general preview of what’s in store for
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
. Embracing this concept essentially creates a unique storytelling opportunity for the sequel, thus marking the first time that the MCU will do a deep dive into this theme.
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In a
previous interview
from 2019, Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige said that the Benedict Cumberbatch-led sequel will be a
“big MCU film with scary sequences in it:”
“I wouldn’t necessarily say that’s a horror film
but … it’ll be a big MCU film with scary sequences in it.
"
This implies that
Multiverse of Madness
will explore the aforementioned horror vibe by exploring scary sequences combined with the usual superhero spectacle that the MCU is known for.
Not much is known if the specifics about the film’s horror led to
the departure of
Doctor Strange
director Scott Derrickson
, especially considering the fact that he is an accomplished filmmaker under this genre.
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Still, Sam Raimi’s experience in handling scary films such as the cult classic
Evil Dead
should benefit
Multiverse of Madness
if Marvel really wants to aim for that horror vibe.
WandaVision
already included several scary elements such as Agatha Harkness’ underground lair, and this should bode well for Olsen’s seamless transition into the sequel.
The Benedict Cumberbatch-led sequel is shaping up to be an interesting film, and the inclusion of horror elements should propel the sequel even more.
ADVERTISEMENT
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
is set to premiere in theaters on March 25, 2022.
It’s no secret that
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
is set to open the multiverse in a big way. Directed by Sam Raimi, the film will showcase the first MCU team-up of
Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange and Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch
, and it is expected that it will change the landscape of the franchise in many ways.
The details behind the madness within the multiverse are still being kept under wraps, but plot elements such as the time-travel during
Avengers: Endgame
and Wanda’s transformation into the
Scarlet Witch during
WandaVision
are all expected to play a heavy role in the narrative.
ADVERTISEMENT
The cast of
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
will feature new and returning characters such as Chiwetel Ejiofor’s Baron Mordo and newcomer
Xochitl Gomez as the reality-hopping America Chavez
.
With production coming to an end sooner rather than later, one of the lead stars has opened up about the different vibe of the MCU sequel.
ELIZABETH OLSEN ON MCU SEQUEL’S HORROR
Elizabeth Olsen sat down with
Glamour
for a candid chat, and one of the topics that were discussed is the actress’ next MCU outing,
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
.
Olsen described the MCU sequel as a
“bonkers”
movie while also pointing out that the crew is
“going for that horror show vibe:”
In the same report, Glamour also revealed that Olsen has been living in Richmond, London with her musician fiancé Robbie Arnett since October. This is a possible indication that the actress began work on the sequel at that time.
“It’s a bonkers movie, they’re definitely going for that horror show vibe.”
DOCTOR STRANGE 2 EMBRACES HORROR
Olsen’s
“horror show vibe”
comment should give fans a general preview of what’s in store for
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
. Embracing this concept essentially creates a unique storytelling opportunity for the sequel, thus marking the first time that the MCU will do a deep dive into this theme.
In a
previous interview
from 2019, Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige said that the Benedict Cumberbatch-led sequel will be a
“big MCU film with scary sequences in it:”
This implies that
Multiverse of Madness
will explore the aforementioned horror vibe by exploring scary sequences combined with the usual superhero spectacle that the MCU is known for.
“I wouldn’t necessarily say that’s a horror film
but … it’ll be a big MCU film with scary sequences in it.
"
Not much is known if the specifics about the film’s horror led to
the departure of
Doctor Strange
director Scott Derrickson
, especially considering the fact that he is an accomplished filmmaker under this genre.
Still, Sam Raimi’s experience in handling scary films such as the cult classic
Evil Dead
should benefit
Multiverse of Madness
if Marvel really wants to aim for that horror vibe.
WandaVision
already included several scary elements such as Agatha Harkness’ underground lair, and this should bode well for Olsen’s seamless transition into the sequel.
The Benedict Cumberbatch-led sequel is shaping up to be an interesting film, and the inclusion of horror elements should propel the sequel even more.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
is set to premiere in theaters on March 25, 2022.
