
Back in July 2006, I was part of a humble gathering at San Diego International Comic-Con. Marvel Studios made some significant announcements that day – Thor, Captain America, and Nick Fury were set to star in their own movies. The teams behind Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, and Ant-Man (Rest in Peace, Edgar Wright on Ant-Man) were present, sharing glimpses of films that hadn’t even begun production yet. I couldn’t believe it; Robert Downey Jr. wouldn’t become Tony Stark/Iron Man for another two months! Despite the early stages, it was a pivotal moment, showcasing Marvel Studios’ commitment to the long game. Kevin Feige dropped a hint about an Avengers movie in the future, and the room came alive with anticipation. It certainly wasn’t the last time Marvel Studios ignited such deep excitement within us geeks.