The Cast and Director of 'The Marvels' | D23 2022 | Entertainment Weekly

Brie Larson, Iman Vellani, Teyonah Parris, and director Nia DaCosta discuss their upcoming film 'The Marvels.'
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[@solo_alien]

Iman's body language when they put her on blast 😂🤣 Can't wait to see these wonderful ladies on screen, definitely need more than the 6 seconds lol

[@kokofreshful]

Lmao I love them together, so cute

[@scruffd0g193]

Me too. I just hate the fact that it’s going to get bad reviews from guys who didn’t see it.

[@warofmankind]

@@scruffd0g193 exactly review bombed by dudebros

[@mhawang8204]

@@scruffd0g193 so sad. They can’t let people enjoy things and must bring everyone down with them. Just…why?

[@KenDAKL4ever]

Well, you got more than 6 seconds. You got 90+minutes of it and it's Marvel's biggest bomb. Hopefully you enjoyed it in that empty theater you were in

[@witchplease9695]

I love the idea of Monica and Carol having this tense broken pedestal relationship while Kamala is in the middle idolizing both of them and unintentionally bringing them back together as friends. At least, that's what I assume/hope the plot will be on some level based on the leaks

[@szn1580]

Most likely will be lmao this is marvel

[@g1xrider13]

A close knit ensemble is exactly what the first captain marvel movie was missing. It was hard to do that with the amnesia story in the first film.

[@generalilbis]

I once made a comparison of how Carol's brainwashing and amnesia was handled vs. Bucky's similar situation for another video on YT or on Reddit for a discussion on Captain Marvel. I noted that Carol being made into "Vers" and used as a weapon against the Skrulls and other enemies of the Kree didn't have the same impact as Bucky being the Winter Soldier because we didn't get any real sense of Carol's real personality before she was captured and brainwashed. We got to know Bucky and observe his friendship with Steve, mourn his loss alongside Steve, and cheer Steve on when he fought to reawaken his friend's true personality after discovering Bucky was still alive; with Carol, we didn't get any clear sense of who she was before being brainwashed because the majority of the material we got showing "true" Carol was the "rising from the ashes" montage, the dogfight with the Kree fighters and Carol's attempted self-sacrifice by blowing up the light-speed engine. No real scenes with being besties with Maria, or an aunt/second mom to Monica, or showing Carol as more than a cocky pilot.

[@natsohigh5552]

@@generalilbis tbh I don't think she would of had much of a personality to begin with. A lot of the higher ups in the military are very dull people.

[@alyshiarodgers4500]

@@generalilbis those are very two different ppl in two very different eras. It would’ve been better to compare Carol’s Personality to the Young Pilots in Top Gun Maverick then WW2 PoW Bucky. Before Bucky was captured he was also the more confident friend of him and Cap.

[@generalilbis]

@@alyshiarodgers4500 The comparison of Carol to Bucky I was trying to make is not meant to reliant on them having nearly identical personalities, but looking at how the MCU handled presenting a character with amnesia in two different situations and why Bucky's story arc works better. Yeah, Carol is more in line to the hotshot young pilots from TG2 in her personality but I still think there are similarities between her and Bucky.

[@alyshiarodgers4500]

@@generalilbis I know. It’s just I think the Main Difference between Bucky and Carol is Bucky had way more brainwashing added to his amnesia while Carol was actually having her amnesia fixed, even though it was for nefarious reasons that she didn’t know of.

[@Natta44]

I'm loving this dynamic already! they all really compliment each others personalities. Carols seriousness, Monica's realism, and Kamalas innocent optimism will make such a great team! looking forward to see how this plays out!

[@ianhirst1148]

It might make people appreciate Carol Danvers more as well.

[@EmperorDxD]

The problem with Carol is she to accurate to her comic counterparts witch at that time was civil war the worst version of Carol because civil war always have to make character that would never Do something do something just like civil war 1

[@dennyjones6921]

It’s the marvel movie I am looking the fast forward to

[@EmperorDxD]

@@dontforgettoshop no they don't where the hell did you hear that from some anti woke thing

[@emmanueljoshuad.parreno22]

Hahahahaha you're clown

[@Dad-fu9gt]

The way they all look at and tease Iman is very cute. It's like she's the little sister they are all so proud of, but tease mercilessly.

[@jackyoh971]

she feel just like a kid with 3 aunties...

[@richardferrara3000]

Will probably be a lot of funny behind the scenes footage when released.

[@mhawang8204]

Yes, you described it perfectly 😂 Like, “love your enthusiasm, but please tone it down.”

[@torenkneedler9478]

“ I will literally drop out of high school.” “ don’t do that.” 😂

[@ethancash899]

the way this already looks better than most of the recent stuff, like the actors all get along and the characters have actual interesting tension going into this.

[@guidopasquetto911]

Looks better? There isn't even a trailer for this...

[@Myleslambeth]

@@guidopasquetto911 bro 😂😂😂 mfs hate for likes on god

[@sugs0377]

@@guidopasquetto911 must be a bot

[@lucyk310]

@@guidopasquetto911 a leaked one is

[@ethancash899]

@@guidopasquetto911 not a trailer but the chemistry between the cast goes so far and they actually have specific good things to say about it. most of these casts seem to have no clue what the story will be about with all the reshoots and changes they make in editing. the recent movies and half the shows clearly go in with too many ideas and barely execute on half. a stronger single vision wouldve helped many of the more promising but ultimately lacking projects lately.

[@vcab5319]

Nia's relationship with them seems fantastic, can't wait to see how that translates into the screen

[@extrashotofespresso_]

Iman is such a freaking sweetheart 😩 I’m in my early 20s too so like even though we are adults I’d be freaking out the way she is. It is beautiful to see a female adult in the industry who is okay with geeking out and not feeling like she needs to be sexualized or take herself too seriously once she turns 17/18. I am the same way. If I was in these movies as a mega fan like Iman, i’d behave the same way lol. I am super excited for this movie and pleasantly surprised to see a blck female director for this marvel movie! I enjoy marvel movies regardless of who directs them (I actually really like the Russo’s) but it is awesome to see the representation as a bw who has always loved marvel comics and movies ever since I was a kid.

[@Faiza_Amani_MarvelFan_earth616]

We love iman so much ❤️ 💙 💕

[@thenamesbrownie]

Well said!

[@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460]

*BLACK.* and *Black Woman.*

[@ericmccamury2001]

@@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460 Captain Marvel was a cacassion male,he never was an African woman or cacassion woman,l been collecting comics since the 70s, and I never even heard of her.l'm just telling the truth.

[@KenDAKL4ever]

You must be sadly disappointed at this point now with this trash that came out

[@apok1980]

I’m really looking forward to this. But Monica Rambeau has got real beef with Carol. In some ways, Carol was like I’m going to go get some milk. And Carol was like Monica’s aunt. So Monica goes through all kind of life changes, including losing her mother during the Blip and still no Carol. That would make me feel a certain kind of way. I know, saving the universe. But still……. I guess I can empathize. I’ve had great friends of my parents ghost me. You tend to not be as open with people.

[@ianhirst1148]

Monica was great in Wandavision. Her and Wanda had some great scenes. I wonder ifwill mention what has happened to Wanda in Dr Strange?

[@ateam404]

Yup. She became an astronaut. I’m sure that had something to do with looking for Carol. It’s been over 20 years for them.

[@HeroesReforged]

Can’t wait for this movie! Love the dynamic

[@yosh1562]

omg heroes reforged hi

[@_tynosaur_]

So happy I saw your comment! Really glad to hear you're excited about The Marvels. Love you Heroes Reforged!!

[@HeroesReforged]

@@yosh1562 hello there!

[@HeroesReforged]

@@_tynosaur_ 🙏

[@JustoDaGod]

Honestly the actress Iman made me like the Ms.Marvel show her personality and energy is infectious

[@anthonymasi6684]

This is my family i’m sorry this movie is going to be amazing

[@fireofhislove3395]

You sound like Vin Diesel

[@wildcard04]

Dom is that you? 🧐

[@jesseowenvillamor6348]

Explain that "family" thing

[@SK-Pictures]

Haha lol

[@SuperCircusboy]

Why are you sorry?

[@thepumpboy]

Great Chemistry between them all!

[@RafaRodrigues]

CAROOOOL! Can’t wait for my Captain to be back! Alongside Kamala and Monica! Their chemistry among them and with Nia is THE BEST! The Marvel Trinity is coming!!

[@jrob4795]

Marvel's "Trinity" is Thor, Ironman, and Captain America...they're called "The Big Three".

[@arturocastroverde3349]

@@jrob4795 new marvel trinity is falcon strange and ant man?

[@TomCee53]

When they were talking about Kevin Fiege it reminded me of the best bosses I’ve had. They realize that their job is to help you do your job. They don’t get full of themselves but help everyone work together as a team.

[@rg7656]

Funny and one year later, she is talking bad about him when it was evident that the movie would fail at the box office. Hmmm. Interesting.

[@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460]

I love that Iman Vellani is the first one of "US" to join the MCU. She was a super geeked out fan who is now part of the universe so it's beautiful to see her living her/our MCU dreams! Also, LOVE Nia DaCosta!!!!! I didn't know she was directing *The Marvels* so I'm definitely going to support it in theaters now instead of waiting for Disney+.

[@mickeymouse7726]

It's nice to see Brie Larson so relaxed and not anxious all the time

[@Xenabuffyfan]

Maybe because the internet trolls lost their collective minds over one silly innocuous thing she said about press inclusivity. I’ve never seen such an insane, irrational reaction in my life

[@jeringatai3156]

@@Xenabuffyfan whats funny is those trolls were attacking her the moment she landed the role claiming she was too flat to be Carol Danvers. Then they play the victim when she says the movie isnt targeted towards "straight white cis male". 😂 shes right. From the moment MCU announced they were making a Captain Marvel movie they simultaneously announced that this movie is targeted towards girls because the MCU had a low percentage of female fans back then.

[@birdthebird3396]

@@jeringatai3156 That targeting of girls worked too, captain marvel is one of the most financially successful mcu movies.

[@superbobomario8849]

I like how the director express herself and about the concept of the movie, also the bonding on here is amazing, looking forward to the marvels

[@Mirimores-jr8wg]

Can't wait for the captain marvel sequel! The marvels will own 2023

[@ScoobyandShaggy5554]

Owning it as the lowest box office opening ever for Disney marvel

[@MLTAKOS]

love the satire

[@LuisLopez-sb1rp]

I know what roles each of the 3 have that makes a great team. Carol is the strength. Monica is the brains. Kamala is the heart.

[@daem0nfaust]

Iman so geeky! Thanks for being in that chair and representing the rest of us.

[@fellipemarcel1275]

why do people hate on Brie? I mean, from the videos I've seen she's freaking adorable

[@Moonx2840]

Maybe she acts mature that's why 😅

[@Alex-lq7dp]

Can't wait for this movie. The first one got me back into the MCU, really connected with Carol and loved her supporting characters. Monica's awesome and Kamala's adorable. I really think it'll translate well on screen and be a super fun movie.

[@extrashotofespresso_]

The first movie is definitely underrated. For some reason people don’t like Brie , she seems like a sweet person who just sticks to herself.

[@jesseowenvillamor6348]

@@extrashotofespresso_ It's just the worst MCU movie.

[@rushirajsinhrana5029]

​@@jesseowenvillamor6348 thor 2 exists

[@jesseowenvillamor6348]

@@rushirajsinhrana5029 Nah it's really not a bad movie. The villain's bland, but it's a fine movie

[@rushirajsinhrana5029]

@@jesseowenvillamor6348 i could say the same about CM

[@carolsglow]

Cant wait to see more of brie larson in the marvels

[@bexyPTX]

I can’t wait for this movie but the inevitable reaction from the toxic fanboys scares me a little

[@Xenabuffyfan]

They are the WORST

[@mhawang8204]

Sometimes you just have to tune out the haters and enjoy something for yourself. Sadly this is a world of negativity we live in now.

[@shaankhilnani3757]

Iman is so cute

[@TheLadyXOZE]

I LOVE ALL OF THEM TOGETHER OMG IM SO EXCITED FOR THIS MOVIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@polo48]

Lol

[@steelsheen]

FINALLY!! gosh it felt like foreeeeever getting this sequel. i wanna see what happened between Monica and Carol. we ended the first movie with all things being hopeful and lovely, then by Wanda Vision, Monica clearly had deep seated issues with Carol. 😢 and then we have Kamala who marches to the beat of her own drum but who's entire family history probably is the most tragic of all.... gosh i wanna see this movie NOWWWWWW 🤩

[@sarahsiddiqui6494]

Nia Dicosta sounds like an awesome person and she seems to have the theme of the character of Captain Marvel and the universe down pat. That makes me really excited for this film.

[@shadybitch]

my girls! they’re so amazing and have such good chemistry ❤

[@iraford5788]

Can't wait for this movie next year.

[@nonnidreams]

I can tell I am going to love it❣️ Especially, thanks to Iman Vellani’s excitement and child like joy, free of jaded cynicism that adults always carry a degree of. I miss my child like joy, I held on for long, but by my late 30s it hit me. Adulting can suck the joy out. It’s more mental and emotional work to get that joy back. Only my baby nephew and my kitty kids duo can really bring it back to a good degree and fleeting moments like this.

[@DefMM123]

I cant wait they actually looks like such a great team together!

[@blonded5299]

it really is incredible seeing them all together

[@faisalakhtar3394]

Kamala makes an excellent addition to The Marvels for the following reasons: 1. She is a kid. To adults, she does not understand the situation. Kree and Skrulls will try to explain their side of things to her. 2. As seen in Ms Marvel, she is an empathetic person who always strive to help people where she can. Other than bonding with Carol and Monica and expressing her struggles, she will also understand the struggles of other people. 3. As they say "never meet your heroes". In the show, there is a scene where she talks about what Carol would do, Bruno's responds to that by saying "Carol then would be reckless". During this, it is indicated that Kamala is not Carol and she has different solutions to problems. 4. Monica's connection with Carol is already in question so she can have a strong relationship with Kamala before Kamala has that with Carol. 5. Conflicts with Monica and Kamala will help Carol be a better hero and in the end, all three of them will unite and form a unique bond. I feel like we did not see much of Carol in the first movie. She was told to hide her emotions and not let them take over her. She behaved like a soldier throughout most of the movie, she lost a large chunk of her memory so she did not bond with anyone other than Kree soldiers and Fury. She realised that everything she knew before getting to Earth was a lie. This film will give her the opportunity to connect with different people and we will get to see her deal with a variety of problems including how to approach a difficult scenario.

[@natashaluna7538]

So excited to see brie larson play captain marvel again i love her so much ❤🌟

[@gavinthegoliath553]

Iman is gonna make this film mint. She's just a bubble of fun!

[@myrineae]

Why does Bubble sound like SUCH an adorable nickname for Iman?

[@gavinthegoliath553]

@@myrineae let's start it!! It suits

[@ANGELCRYPT0]

Iman is so cute definitely want her in all team ups The Marvels, Young Avengers, Avengers and X-Men!😊 Brie Larson ❤

[@ryannoy9501]

You can feel and see that they had fun and the sisterhood is evident...

[@smallla1514]

I can't wait for The Marvels 🥰

[@FansonUnlmtd]

I know the movie is already out, so typically there aren't any more interviews with the cast, but I need more of this group together! The movie was great and I can't wait for them to all hopefully return! Love that Teyonah mentioned Monica and Carol's relationship. I was so hoping to get some explanation/resolution to that. I would have loved a nice few minute long, sit down/deep talk, but what we got was satisfying enough. Great characters, great storyline!

[@dominiquepowell3158]

The sequel sounds promising but it's exciting to see the characters back again.

[@MrTrinityLee]

This dynamic is going to be worth it. Can’t wait.

[@joannagml]

Can't wait to see kamala fangirl over carol like she is so me irl ❤ i love captain marvel

[@danieljenkins1758]

Very excited for this!

[@sallysmiles3214]

I want to see the teaser trailer!

[@Kopjekoffie980]

Can't wait for the Marvels

[@chacondetunaerma]

Eww

[@kaemay5328]

Brie is the best!

[@Julie_Jewelz4456]

Can’t wait for the movie.

[@jackelinac1723]

I love Brie, hope the give justice to Carol.

[@lucyk310]

Can't wait to see this movie!!!

[@bernardescalona2558]

I'm literally smiling the whole interview

[@notabyrd07]

I love their chemistry. This makes me want to watch the movie that much more LOL. I'd also like to know what questions Iman had for Sam in her notebook 🤣😅

[@user-bc2wg9bg4h]

I only have 2 hopes for this movie. #1 for it to be good then #2 is to make Carol Danvers a character to root for not just an OP heroine.

[@reginald1817]

November 2023.... gotta wait a little longer.....again.😓If that's what it takes, so be it.

[@sofiasantella3292]

I love their chemistry. I can’t wait for the Marvels!

[@MarvinMartinez2001]

Werewolf by Night and Secret Invasion interviews would be nice too!

[@jvrbwn6232]

Cant believe Iman questioning Kevin Feigi with 52+ questions. Lol Kevin Feigi must be really glad having someone young to be too nerdy like 0 him.

[@luvnater4204]

omgg im so exited they are so amazing!!!!!

[@curlball]

Brie looks 😍 can't wait to see captain marvel and her powers

[@listentome271]

Tf if I was meeting all these people I’d also have a million questions prepared

[@piusdoe8984]

Actually looking forward to seeing them together after seeing ms marvel. Hope it's really good (Hope this Monica drama is over very quickly 😆 don't care for tht. But who knows maybe it will be compelling)

[@gabrielanava9996]

Im hype for this movie and for this cast and their characters 🎇🎇✨✨🎆🎆😋😋

[@The_JpD_Show]

I cant wait to see Monica get in the mix

[@jaishun9744]

I’m so excited for this movie!!!

[@johnpaulgontor2362]

Monica is having a baby

[@bladegriggs4090]

Can't wait to see this movie in theaters

[@lilmilontiktok]

TWO OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE EVER🙏🏽

[@dannymaise5673]

Can't wait to see carol and goose

[@iunderstanphotography2780]

first off, i'm glad director Nia DaCosta is a FAN of marvel, that means we should be getting a story thats true to Marvel, and not some off-brand story form someone who doesn't understand the characters I was so disappointed with Wonder Woman, I'd really love to get Captain Marvel on track, as well as see what Monica can do. The ladies are very important in Marvels' story lines

[@listentome271]

I love their dynamic

[@PaulTengco]

There's something positively different with Brie this time around. I like it.

[@keithleaf1327]

[@abivalentin8331]

I don't understand whose side you're on like I actually can't tell what you mean lol I'm sorry!

[@jaquanpowell4605]

🙄🙄

[@balenciagaposted165]

Love them

[@user-oe6xo7vt7s]

I love watching the movie because so exciting guys

[@Cloud-dt6xb]

I enjoyed captain marvel, I loved Monica and Kamala is awesome I'm so excited for all three of them to interact together.

[@nycjanedoe]

"Two hours of this please" sums up my response, exactly, to the six seconds of the Marvel women on screen together in past films.

[@Deedric_Kee]

5:24 soooo he handled it pretty well 😂 . Iman is such a treasure 😃👏

[@floridababe05248]

I am so excited for this movie

[@duckymomo6675]

all of them are so pretty. this movie is gonna be awesome! 💫

[@noahb7947]

I love iman! so happy for her

[@rubikian3036]

i wanna watch it alreadyyy ;__;

[@mercurywoodrose]

this coud really be a surprise. like, it could be a real movie!! not superhero cookie cutter! and i love the 3 actors individually, a whole lot. just tell me a story about them, ill be happy. watch them unfold their relationships. congrats on not revealing anything about the movie!! you got really emotional and relaxed but stayed professional in that one area. thats got to be hard.

[@lexis4490]

Another good Marvel cast.

[@caseysmith3329]

Excited for this one!

[@pimpharold1]

so wich character is gonna play teyonah? pulsar, photon or spectrum

[@misstessamaye]

Aww I love them together already!

[@mctiff5073]

I can't wait for this movie

[@nandishhegde9025]

Good work PR team, trying very hard tp damage control and create a positive response . I appreciate the immense efforts of script writers and PR time that went into this

[@Youngmg_4040]

This is the only movie I'm interested in, from their dynamic already it's a great movie

[@littlesame]

Kamala and Carol coming together is 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@oneloveonebeing]

this movie is going to be amazing !!!

[@Wiley_Coyote]

The Incels already hate it, a year in advance. 😆

[@onefootsteve5919]

Good. I can get an early start laughing at them.

[@martin-nelli]

I love them, they're amazing

[@Skdndnsmsm]

I'm seeing a lot if captain marvels and i love it

[@InjusticeJosh]

This was such a cool vid. Very excited for The Marvels. Had no idea about how hard wire work was. It makes sense it would feel like a plank. Finally, that Kevin Feige bit was sweet.

[@catboymiles7224]

cant wait for this movie, or as i like to call it based on the few things we know about it so far, “16 year old is thrown into playing therapist for her favourite superhero’s intergalactic family drama”

[@Cosmic_Monster]

Hmmm finally another great marvel interview...

[@ethanmesser201]

It just hit me; how in the hell is Captain Marvel still like the same age after 30yrs!!!!???