Mackie Dissatisfied with Significant Aspect of Falcon and Winter Soldier's Cap Outfit Worn by Him
In the realm of superhero cinematic adaptations, certain iconic elements of a character's costume remain constant. However, there's room for modification when it comes to less set-in-stone aspects. This is precisely what Anthony Mackie, the star donning the Captain America mantle in "Captain America: Brave New World," achieved.
Mackie had a bone to pick with a particular element of his costuming in an earlier series, "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier," specifically the white cowl worn as part of his ensemble. The actor, unfazed by the character's reputation, simply declared, "I told them I was never wearing that shit again, dude," vividly expressing his discomfort with the cowl.
The heat, sweat, and fogged-up glasses that ensued were his main grievances with the piece, which he aptly referred to as his "worst nightmare." This white cowl, while a unique element in the comics, translated less effectively into live-action, highlighting the challenges artists face adapting such intricate designs for on-screen action.
Despite the unfortunate circumstances, Mackie's steadfastness paid off in "Captain America: Brave New World." The new suit, refreshingly devoid of the problematic cowl, offers more freedom of movement and comfort, ensuring a more seamless performance for the actor.
The film, with its snazzy new suit sans cowl, graces the big screen on Valentine's Day, February 14. For more io9 news, check out the latest releases from Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek, the evolving DC Universe on film and TV, and all the scoop on Doctor Who's future.
Enrichment Data: The cowl's removal was indeed an actor-initiated creative decision, reflecting Mackie's discomfort with the original design. The new suit in "Captain America: Brave New World" boosted his mobility and alleviated the challenges faced with wearing the cowl in "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier."
Mackie's discomfort with the cowl in "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" led him to advocate for its removal in his new suit for "Captain America: Brave New World." The absence of the cowl significantly improved his mobility and acting experience.
Fans of io9 can look forward to the release of "Captain America: Brave New World," featuring a revised suit that eliminates the problematic cowl, on Valentine's Day.
