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Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors

2018 · Directed by Alfred Gimeno

Original language: English

  • family
  • animation
  • action
  • comedy
  • science fiction
  • tv movie
  • adventure

The story

When a threat no one could have expected bears down on the Marvel Universe, this ragtag, untrained band of teens have no choice but to rise together and prove to the world that sometimes the difference between a 'hero' and 'misfit' is just in the name.

What it’s like

Bright, saturated animation with clean outlines and quick, kinetic cuts, the palette pushed hard: dusk skylines in electric pinks and teals, a cluttered bedroom full of gadgets and posters, a sunny suburban school that gives way to glowing alien terrain. Anime-leaning energy shows in the big action beats, with speed lines, swooping camera moves and bursts of slapstick between fights. The sound is upbeat and pop-tinged, with comic timing that snaps into sudden, tense dips. The vibe is bouncy, earnest and warm, a Saturday-morning comfort watch for a family movie night, a sick-day rewatch or a lazy afternoon when you want something bright and quick. Pacing is brisk, packed with banter, and the emotional throughline follows a group of unsure teenagers slowly learning to trust one another and find their place. Intensity is mild: cartoon peril and superhero battles with no gore, no sexual content and only brief moments of fright. Made for younger viewers and adults who love the Marvel world and want something cheerful and affectionate.

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