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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Inga Parkel

Everything Marvel star Elizabeth Olsen has to say about the franchise

  • Elizabeth Olsen, known for her role as Wanda Maximoff (Scarlet Witch) in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), expressed her candid views on the superhero genre.
  • Despite her prominent role in several MCU films and the WandaVision series, Olsen stated that the genre doesn't fully align with her personal artistic preferences.
  • She feels a need to demonstrate her personal taste in film and literature, especially in professional settings, given her extensive involvement with Marvel.
  • Olsen's initial attraction to the MCU stemmed from its grand, Greek-style narratives that reflected political and cultural aspects.
  • She has recently focused on independent projects like The Assessment and His Three Daughters, showcasing her actual artistic preferences.
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