Iconic actor Harrison Ford offers key clues about the villain’s story in the next MCU film
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (UCM) is about to present one of its most anticipated transformations Captain America: A New World. Harrison Fordwho plays President Thaddeus Ross, not only does he debut as leader of the United States, but he also becomes the fearsome Red Hulkadding a whole new level of intrigue to the character. In a recent interview, Ford hinted at a shocking detail: Red Hulk might act against his will.
The mysterious transformation of Thaddeus Ross into the Red Hulk
In the statements a Empire, Harrison Ford has hinted that Red Hulk doesn’t fully own his shares in the movie. According to the actor, Ross is “controlled” through an unknown mechanism, and this lack of choice is key to his narrative arc in the film. “I don’t think I want to get too deep into the mechanism and how they control it. There doesn’t seem to be a choice. “I didn’t feel that way at the time.”Ford said.
This revelation sparked fan theories. Could Samuel Sterns, aka the Leader, be responsible for Ross’s manipulation? The film’s trailers have so far avoided showing too much of this enigmatic villain, but his involvement appears to be crucial to the plot.
Villain, victim or something else?
Although the Red Hulk has been a formidable antagonist in the comics, adapting the UCM could give it a different spin. In the comics, General Ross allies himself with characters such as MODOK, Doctor Sansone and the Leader himself to become Red Hulk, draining Bruce Banner’s Gamma energy. However, this film version seems to lean towards a more emotional and tragic approach.
Apparently, Harrison Ford’s Red Hulk may be a more complex figure than a simple villain. If Ross has no control over his transformations, he could be seen as another victim of Stern’s experiments, which poses an interesting dilemma for Sam Wilson, the current Captain America. Instead of defeating Red Hulk with brute force, Wilson may seek a solution that breaks the villain’s control over Ross..
Red Hulk in the MCU
While General Ross’s transformation in the comics takes place in a context of conspiracy and stealth, the MCU seems to opt for a more direct approach. Instead of creating a “hidden Red Hulk” using robotic stand-ins like in the cartoons, the film could show Ross being directly manipulated by Sternswho uses gamma radiation to transform into a red monster.
This change not only modernizes the story, but also it delves into the emotional impact of the character. As we’ve already seen with Hulk in Phase 1 of the MCU, the concept of a hero or villain struggling to control their identity has been a successful and recurring theme in these films.
What can we expect from Captain America: A New World?
With Julius Onah as director and a stellar cast including Anthony Mackie, Liv Tyler and Giancarlo Esposito, the film promises to be one of the most important of the new phase of the UCM. In addition to Ross’ transformation into the Red Hulk, the film will explore Sam Wilson’s leadership as the new Captain America, facing challenges that go beyond the classic clash between hero and villain.
The relationship between Ross and Wilson will be fundamental in the development of the plot. With Ross now President of the United States, his transformation into Red Hulk adds a political and personal layer that could redefine the power dynamic in the MCU.
An epic clash is coming
The clash between Captain America and the Red Hulk It may be one of the most memorable moments of the film, not only for the action it promises, but also for the narrative implications. This confrontation, beyond the blows, could represent an ethical conflict on how to manage the control and manipulation of human beings in the context of technology and science.
Although there is still a long way to go Captain America: A New World comes to the cinema, Harrison Ford’s comments have already raised expectations. The film will not only bring back beloved characters, but will also introduce new elements that will keep fans speculating until the last moment.