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- The Reign of Marvel Studios
- Narrated by: Andrew Kishino, Joanna Robinson
- Length: 16 hrs and 40 mins
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“I watched all the movies. I devoured all the articles. I listened to all the pods. I thought I knew everything there was to know about the MCU . . . and then I read this magnificent book. For fans, by fans; hilarious, gripping, and emotional; no infinity stone is left unturned. I loved it three thousand.” Damon Lindelof
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- 2023-12-27
Essential reading/listening for any MCU fan
Provided so much insight & filled in so many gaps into what I knew (or thought I knew) about the films and what’s gone on behind the scenes over the last 15+ years. Additional note: if you enjoy this, check out Joanna Robinson talk more about Marvel films and much more on “The House of R” podcast (no, I’m not a plant - just someone who appreciates her work).
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- Hayden Simpson
- 2023-10-15
A well told tale worth telling
These three writers have done the legwork to tell the story of cinemas greatest hegemony. Engaging and highly entertaining.
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- Alex Dawson
- 2023-10-15
Great But Wanted More
This was a great book to listen to, I’m just annoyed they skipped over talking about Doctor Strange entirely in the Phase 3 section of the book. Maybe one day, we’ll get more on that, though I doubt it’ll be soon.
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- steven
- 2023-10-27
an absolutely must read
an incredibly delightful insight into the construction and formation of one of the titans of the industry that leaves you shaking your head, laughing and going "whoa" with startling frequency. an absolute must read for anyone even remotely interested in how the Marvel Cinematic Universe came into being without for a moment feeling dry or over informative.
My ONLY wish is that Joanna had read this whole book herself, as I found her reading the intro just a little more engaging then the rest of the narration - but she's one of my favorite podcast hosts, so that's to be expected!
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- Kiara
- 2023-10-24
An Exercise in Water Carrying
The book is well narrated but the subject matter is presented in such a positive light it makes one wonder if Marvel itself secretly commissioned the book. The book glosses over or, in many cases, outright ignores facts that run contrary to the narrative that post 2015 or so Marvel can do no wrong. Its baffling. There's also the issue that a considerable amount of the information in the book is generic information that can be found on dozens of sites. If you’re hoping for a proper look under the hood of Marvel, this isn’t it. A huge disappointment.
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