Behind The Screen | The Global Impact of Marvel Projects

Stan Lee: Marvel’s First

For my last passion blog, I wanted to talk about the man who established the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and thus gave me the opportunity to write about the global impacts of movies and the lives of their actors. After graduating from high school at the age of 16, Stanley Martin Lieber was hired as an…

Tom Hiddleston: London’s Own Loki

Tom Hiddleston is primarily known by movie fans as his role of Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He was born in Westminster, London, to an English-born mother and Scottish-bor father. He continued on to the University of Cambridge, where he earned a double first in Classics. He continued to study acting at the Royal…

Paul Bettany: From Voice to Vision

To many fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the name Paul Bettany does not ring a bell. For those unfamiliar with the actor, don’t question whether you have seen all of the movies. Paul Bettany goes by several other names in the franchise. What started as a voice acting role as Jarvis to the iconic,…

Elizabeth Olsen: Her Own Path

Elizabeth Olsen stars as Scarlett Witch in several Marvel projects. Yet how is she the third famous Olsen sister? Well, when you are the younger sister to twin celebrities, the path to stardom does not come without challenges. Olsen was born in Sherman Oaks, California, in 1989. She grew up right into the entertainment industry…

Brie Larson: Reaching New Heights

When you first think of superheroes, chances are Captain Marvel doesn’t come to mind. Yet Brie Larson has taken on the role of the character and turned her into a household name. Larson was born in 1989 in Sacramento, California. Her childhood was spent at home, as she was homeschooled. In fact, her first language…

Tom Holland: Leaving a Legacy

Spider-Man is perhaps the most iconic superhero of the last 50 years. From comic book depictions to the IMAX screen, Spidey has entertained generation after generation. Yet who do you think of when you hear the name? Is it Miles Morales, Toby Maguire, Andrew Garfield, or now Tom Holland? For Holland, following the legacy of…

Chris Hemsworth: The Best of Three

Hemsworth. One of the few names in the acting world that can apply to two – even three – famous individuals. Chris Hemsworth, primarily known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is also known as the most famous brother of the iconic trio. Born in August of 1983 in Melbourne, Australia,…

Mark Ruffalo: A Tale of Two Halves

“That’s my secret Cap, I’m always angry”. Perhaps one of the most iconic lines in Marvel history, Mark Ruffalo has truly brought the character of Hulk to life. The transition between scientist Bruce Banner and the big green beast is unlike any other in the franchise, and many can agree that Ruffalo was the best…

Chris Evans: From Critics to Captain America

Chris Evans: the man who played Captain America on screen. An embodiment of American success, as even the shield he carries is more iconic than most movies. While all of this is true, Evans’ rise to stardom was nothing short of difficult, with obstacles and critics in his path ultimately becoming who he is today….

Robert Downey Jr: A Real Life Iron Man

Today, the name Robert Downey Jr. is instantly associated with Iron Man. Despite playing a role in classics such as Dolittle, Sherlock Holmes, and Zodiac, the MCU’s original hero is what first comes to mind. While Iron Man is recognized around the world as a top-tier fictional hero, the character once saved the life of…