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Welcome back to Almost Classic Movies! In this episode, we kick off a brand-new series diving into the origins of Captain America in preparation for Captain America: Brave New World. We're rewatching and breaking down The First Avenger, a film that launched the MCU into its epic trajectory.

What We Cover:

• Steve Rogers' Journey: From scrawny underdog to a beefcake super-soldier with a heart of gold.
• How Classic Is It?: We debate the movie's legacy as a foundational piece of the MCU.
• Phase One Highlights: The Tesseract as the ultimate MacGuffin, Hydra as the ultimate villains, and the blending of science and magic in the Infinity Saga.
• The Howling Commandos: Why they’re so cool and the nostalgia of their comic-accurate depictions.
• Character Moments: From Peggy Carter’s heartfelt moments to Tommy Lee Jones’ iconic sarcasm, and the unshakeable bond between Steve and Bucky.
• Stan Lee Cameo: A delightful nod we’ll never forget.

We rate this movie a solid 7/10. It’s an engaging origin story that balances action, heart, and humor, setting the stage for the Avengers and beyond.

Next Up: Captain America: The Winter Soldier! Make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss it.

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