In a recent revelation by Tatiana Maslany, star of the Disney+ series “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law,” the prospect of a Season 2 appears dim as a result of the extensive VFX budget required for the show. Maslany’s portrayal of Jennifer Walters, the titular She-Hulk, has been widely praised for its unique perspective on daily life as a woman and its unapologetic approach to feminist themes.
The series, created by showrunner Jessica Gao, faced early backlash from a segment of the internet critical of content not aligned with a white cishet male perspective. Despite these challenges, “She-Hulk” stayed true to its vision, introducing audiences to a character with a rich comics history and portrayed by the legendary Tatiana Maslany.
Jennifer Walters, also known as She-Hulk, made her debut in 1979 and quickly became a prominent member of the Avengers. The character’s extensive comics history and Marvel’s commitment to adapting her story were highlighted in the article.
Timeline dead?
Can we finally stop pretending She-Hulk is bad and the show is actually one of Top 3 best MCU shows of all time? pic.twitter.com/yqaRBq55AE
— Zero (@zerowontmiss) January 16, 2024
The interconnected approach of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) was discussed, with the piece arguing that not every Disney+ MCU series should exist solely to introduce new characters into the movie realm. The article emphasized the importance of individual projects maintaining their unique vision.
The narrative of “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law” was described as an origin story, exploring Jennifer Walters’ life as a human rights lawyer and her journey into superheroism after gaining gamma radiation powers.
The character’s humor, particularly her sarcasm reminiscent of Spider-Man, was highlighted as a refreshing departure from traditional superhero tropes. The article praised Maslany’s performance, noting the challenges of portraying a character who must navigate societal expectations and biases while dealing with newfound superpowers.
The series was commended for addressing real women’s issues, with a focus on misogyny, bigotry, and institutional violence against women. The article acknowledged the daring choice to bring these issues to the forefront in a Marvel show and applauded the nuanced handling of such themes.
The impact of internet trolls, death threats, and image-based abuse directed at She-Hulk’s character was discussed, with the article arguing that the show’s portrayal of these issues is a significant contribution to the MCU.
I’m gonna miss She-Hulk. The show taught us a lot about insufferable, self-indulgent screenwriting. pic.twitter.com/v9ZjVDzWNn
— Adam Friended (@Friended4Ever) January 16, 2024
Despite the challenges and the uncertain future of “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law” Season 2, the article urged Disney not to squander the potential of the character. It emphasized the need for fresh perspectives and diverse storytelling in the MCU, citing She-Hulk’s ability to break the fourth wall as a unique and essential element of the character’s narrative.