Marvel's animation boss teases the possibility of a theatrical MCU movie, revealing the unique creative considerations for big-screen vs. small-screen storytelling.
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Marvel's Head of Streaming, Television, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum, confirms the studio is actively discussing a theatrical Marvel Animation film, but stresses the creative differences between the two mediums.
Winderbaum notes a theatrical movie allows for a more 'giant screen' experience and 'statement to the world,' versus the 'longer form conversation' afforded by TV series, which also benefit from audience feedback for subsequent seasons.
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