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Weekend Watch MCU Edition: Philosophy of Killmonger, MCU 10-Year Class Photo, ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ & More

Welcome to Weekend Watch, where we highlight some of the best nerd-related videos released throughout the week. Whether it be short films, behind the scenes videos, or video essays, the only requirement is that they are about–in some shape of form–our favorite movies and TV shows!

In this special Marvel edition of Weekend Watch, we start with cool video that delves into the philosophy of ‘Black Panther‘, video that showcases the first MCU “Class Reunion”, along with an older video that celebrates start of ‘Avengers: Infinity War‘ filming just over a year ago. Plus, we have a fun director’s intro from the upcoming ‘Thor: Ragnarok‘ home video release, and finally a fun video where Benedict Cumberbatch invites you for a spot of tea and a chance to attend the ‘Avengers: Infinity War‘ premiere. So, without further adieu, let’s jump into it!

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Starting off, this video from Wisecrack explores the ideology of ‘Black Panther‘s Erik Killmonger. Played brilliantly by Michael B. Jordan in the film, this video goes a great job of peeling away the philosophical layers behind Jordan’s Killmonger. For more on Killmonger’s role in the ‘Black Panther’, you can read our review right here.

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This all-too-short video chronicling the very first “MCU Class Photo” to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the MCU looks at the amazing actors and filmmakers that Marvel has been able to assemble throughout the years. Here are some of the players involved in this photo shoot (takes deep breath):

Actors: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, Paul Rudd, Benedict Cumberbatch, Chris Pratt, Chadwick Boseman, Brie Larson,  Jeremy Renner, Tom Holland,  Sean Gunn, Hannah John-Kamen, Zoe Saldana, Angela Bassett, Jon Favreau, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kurt Russell, Danai Gurira, William Hurt, Karen Gillan, Emily VanCamp, Tessa Thompson, Don Cheadle, Dave Bautista, Michael Peña, Anthony Mackie, Evangeline Lilly, Elizabeth Olsen,  Paul Bettany, Frank Grillo, Letitia Wright, Laurence Fishburne, Linda Cardellini, Sebastian Stan, Ty Simpkins, Michael Douglas, Michelle Pfeiffer, Hayley Atwell, Pom Klementieff, Benedict Wong, Michael Rooker, Vin Diesel, Cobie Smulders, Samuel L. Jackson and Jeff Goldblum.

Filmmakers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Stan Lee, Scott Derrickson, Trinh Tran, Alan Taylor, Brad Winderbaum, Louis Letterier, Jon Watts, Sarah Finn, James Gunn, Joe Russo, Anthony Russo, Joss Whedon, David Grant, Mitchell Bell, Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck, Jeffrey Ford, Peyton Reed, Jonathan Schwartz, Stephen Broussard, Ryan Coogler, Jeremy Latcham, Nate Moore, Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely, Taika Waititi, Erik Carroll, Ryan Meinerding and Craig Kyle.

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This old-ish video was released just over a year ago, but it gives a good recap of the lead-up to ‘Avengers: Infinity War‘, along with providing good look at actors Robert Downey Jr., Chris Pratt, and Tom Holland on set the first day of shooting. It’s hard to think that both film are effectively just wrapping up shooting, but regardless a great primer for those trying to catch up before the release of ‘Infinity War‘ on May 4, 2018.

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Next, we have a great little director’s into from Taika Waititi that is set to appear on the ‘Thor: Ragnarok‘ blu-ray when it’s released on blu-ray March 6, 2018. Besides giving a glimpse into the irreverent mind of Waititi, this intro should serve as great primer for those who are watching the film for the first time on home video.

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Finally, we end with an amusing video where Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Strange) invites you and a friend to attend the premiere of ‘Avengers: infinity War’, along with the chance to have a tea date with Cumberbatch himself. The contest, which is being done in conjunction with Omaze, aims to help a great cause, along with offering the opportunity to meet Cumberbatch. You can head over to their website to find out more.

About Taylor Salan

Taylor Salan is a independent filmmaker who currently resides in the San Fernando Valley. Since childhood, Taylor Salan had a fascination with movies. Although he was an avid fan of film as a child, it wasn’t until his years as a young adult that his passion for the art of filmmaking truly came to fruition. A current student of the film production program at California State University Northridge, Taylor studies Cinematography but ultimately has plans to direct full time if afforded the opportunity. In his spare time, Taylor produces audio podcasts and blogs about film for ageofthenerd.com. He is also a longtime musician, playing drums for over 8 years.

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