Marvel Studios: Assembled Story :-
Disney+’s Marvel Studios Assembled has been providing behind-the-scenes looks at various Marvel projects since the debut of WandaVision on the streaming platform in 2020. While each installment explores different aspects of the production process, some nuances set them apart from one another.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 12 March 2021 |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Documentary, Superhero |
| Episodes | 6 |
| Director | Bradford Baruh |
| Cinematography | Sean Ricigliano, Pete Chiaramonte, Anthony Rose |
| Producer | Kevin Feige, Brad Winderbaum, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Jeff Redmond, Bradford Baruh, John Pisani, Jason Hillhouse |
| Production | Marvel Studios |
| Certificate | 16+ |
One might argue that Echo, a series with its own distinctive style, had the potential to offer the most unique installment of Assembled to date. However, while the latest behind-the-scenes documentary provides insightful information, it falls short of truly standing out from its predecessors.
The documentary appropriately highlights the two stars of Echo: Alaqua Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio. Both actors delivered remarkable performances in the series and deserve recognition. Assembled delves into Cox’s experience, showcasing the challenges and dedication she brought to her role, including learning American Sign Language (ASL) for effective communication on set and performing her own stunts. Additionally, the documentary explores the mentorship dynamic between Cox and D’Onofrio, offering glimpses into their working relationship.
Another intriguing aspect explored in the documentary is the sound design, particularly in portraying the perspective of Maya Lopez, a deaf character. The series provided a unique opportunity to incorporate Lopez’s perspective through sound, and the documentary sheds light on the creative process behind this decision. However, this aspect could have been explored in more depth.
Like the series itself, the documentary often utilizes subtitles when ASL is used for communication. While this provides insight into the importance of ASL on set, the subtitles occasionally feel rushed or poorly formatted, requiring viewers to pause and rewatch to fully absorb the information.
Costume design is consistently a highlight of Assembled, but in the case of Echo, there is limited focus on superhero costumes. Instead, the documentary touches on the authentic regalia worn by indigenous performers in the show’s Powwow scenes.
One notable omission from the documentary is the discussion of Echo‘s unique attributes, such as being the first Marvel Spotlight project, receiving a TV-MA rating, and being shared between Disney+ and Hulu upon release. These decisions could have provided valuable context, but they are not addressed in the documentary.
Overall, Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Echo is recommended for fans of the series, offering insights into its production. However, it does not deviate significantly from the established format of Assembled, despite the opportunity to explore a truly unique project. Nonetheless, the documentary remains well-crafted and informative, making it a worthwhile watch for Marvel enthusiasts.
Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Echo is now available for streaming on Disney+.
