Cast
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Miyuki Sawashiro
as Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow (voice)
Tessyo Genda
as Frank Castle / The Punisher (voice)
Hideaki Tezuka
as Nick Fury (voice)
Hiroki Touchi
as Elihas Starr (voice)
Ryuuzaburou Ootomo
as Cain (voice)
Junko Minagawa
as Maria Hill (voice)
Daisuke Namikawa
as Amadeus Cho (voice)
Masashi Sugawara
as Orion (voice)
Yuichi Karasuma
as The Hulk (voice)
Hisashi Izumi
as Ren (voice)
Keiji Fujiwara
as Tony Stark / Iron Man (voice)
Shuhei Sakaguchi
as Clint Barton / Hawkeye (voice)
Crew
Director
- Kenichi Shimizu
Producer
- Scott Dolph
- Harrison Wilcox
- Taro Morishima
- Megan Thomas Bradner
Reviews
Gimly
An hour of meaningless noise followed by twenty minutes of lacklustre promotional material. Marvel fan or not, you can skip this one.
_Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid if possible._
Jun 7, 2017
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Animation/Science Fiction/Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Kenichi Shimizu brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 83 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 121 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The musical score contains over 45 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike V for Vendetta, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade and Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part One explore similar territory, Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: April 19, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 23m
