Moon Knight certainly matches the hallmarks of the “new” Marvel TV show: tantalising story line; ample resources; tackling new issues and taking Marvel characters in new directions or introducing totally new characters. The trailer is almost reminiscent of a psychological thriller/horror with a beautifully synced soundtrack to match.
The trailer is almost reminiscent of a psychological thriller/horror with a beautifully synced soundtrack to match.
Moon Knight is akin to Eternals (2021) in that, aside from the Marvel branding, there is very little present to indicate the series is even set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This is not necessarily a bad thing; it allows the series to be excellent independently of the MCU. Similarly, if the MCU is to expand as the ‘core’ members depart from our screens, these new heroes need to be able to work independently just like the first MCU heroes did. Iron Man (2008) did not have the luxury of a well-established cinematic universe after all.
The trailer has resulted in a rather hilarious point of contention amongst fans: what in the fresh hell is that English accent? Some defend the accent, suggesting it is part of the plot, whereas others are more critical. Oscar Isaac himself even mimicked the now-notorious accent during a trailer reaction but otherwise said absolutely nothing of value on the debate. Tease.
In terms of questions I have after the trailer, there are a few. Who is Oscar Issac’s character? To what extent does this fit in with MCU canon? Perhaps, most importantly, is the questionable English accent a sign of plot points to come or is it simply a sign that Oscar Isaac needs to go back to an acting school where Dick Van Dyke isn’t in charge of teaching accents?
Regardless, I eagerly await Moon Knight.
