The latest promotional material for “Captain America: Brave New World” has revealed the appearances of two key characters: Sam Wilson, now taking on the mantle of Captain America, and the new live-action Falcon, Joaquin Torres. Directed by MCU newcomer Julius Onah and written by Malcolm Spellman, the film directly follows the events of “Falcon and the Winter Soldier,” where Wilson struggled with assuming the role of Captain America before finally embracing it.
In the leaked photo from a McDonald’s tie-in, Sam Wilson is seen in his new Captain America attire, combining his old Falcon suit’s wings with the iconic shield. Alongside him is Joaquin Torres, portrayed by Danny Ramirez, in a green tactical flight suit with metal wings.
Joaquin Torres’ character has an intriguing origin story in the comics, where he is transformed into a hybrid of falcon and human after being experimented on by supervillains. However, given the more realistic nature of his suit in the live-action adaptation, it’s likely that his MCU debut will differ from the paranormal comic origin.
Fans have noted the resemblance between Torres’ suit and that of Vulture from “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” leading to concerns about differentiation between the two characters. However, it remains to be seen how “Captain America: Brave New World” will distinguish Torres’ Falcon and establish his unique identity within the MCU.
Overall, the leaked promotional material offers an exciting glimpse into the upcoming film and the evolution of familiar characters in the Marvel cinematic universe.