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7 May 2013 6:19 AM, PDT | Obsessed with Film | See recent Obsessed with Film news »

There’s nothing quite like the Marvel Cinematic Universe. What began with Iron Man in 2008 has blossomed into a rich and detailed series of movies that feel natural in their cohabitation. Created in an attempt reproduce the “all-encompassing” aspect of the Marvel Comic Book Universe, the McU similarly allows its characters to make appearances over a multitude of interconnected movies, and feel the repercussions of living in a world that shares plot-lines and merges narratives.

For most of us, this simply translates as, “OhmyGod, now Thor can fight Captain America,” or “OhmyGod, now Tony Stark can team up with the Hulk.” It also makes room for a hell of a lot of Samuel L. Jackson cameos. With the McU in place, though, it’s proven to be something of a joy to watch as filmmakers make hints and plant seeds for upcoming story arcs and character developments. For Marvel nerds, »

- T.J. Barnard

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