I would love to see more diversity on-screen in the Marvel and DC universe. It gives children people to look up to even if they may not exist in real life. It’s a way to relate to someone who represents their cultural background and identity.
When a young child is watching a movie, they see their demographic being represented in a positive manner. It helps their personal growth to see positive characters who can be a role model to them, not only seeing white people on screen. I’ve always loved the idea of having a diverse group work together.
It’s assuring that we can also show that kind of corporation in our own lives. Where as a diverse group we can come together and work on certain issues. On the topic of ethnicity, many people have had discussions about how the Marvel and DC universe should change the ethnicity of more superheros.
When Black Panther was discussed, the topic of money was an issue. Many doubted that the movie would bring in enough money. According to Inc.’s Sonia Thompson, “Black Panther made $1.3 billion in global sales, making it the tenth largest global release of all time.”
When people heard about Black Panther, they started renting out movie theaters, hosting events, and having field trips to see the movie. It was something that shocked the Marvel universe, but proved a point.
People want to see more diversity in the Marvel and DC universe, as do I. I would like to see more diversity in Marvel characters. For example, Aquaman was originally a blonde haired, white man. Now the new Aquaman is a Pacific Islander in the movies. Personally I feel like he’s more Aquaman then the Aquaman in the comics. He fits what it means to be the ruler of the sea.
It’s encouraging to see good being done by someone who represents your ethnicity. I’ve read some articles about how many are in favor of having a reboot of Superman being played by an African-American actor, while many are not. I see the argument on both sides.
Those who want black Superman don’t like the idea of changing his race, because he’s been white in all the movies in previous cartoons, comics, commercials etc. I would like to see Asian, Puerto Rican, Mexican, and multiracial people.
The groups who have been historically persecuted by the dominant race. I want to see more diverse characters in Marvel and DC movies. I want it to look how it’s supposed to. Diverse.
It is not just about changing the channel, it is about seeing more of reality. We don’t live in a world of just one race. We are all different and diverse and we need to represent that in film. This topic helps to start a conversation some are not willing to have.
That’s why I ask, would you like to see more diversity in the Marvel and DC universe?
Priscilla Vargas
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