“Moon Knight” is too short for anything it can say?

moon knight it’s a massive experiment for Marvel and Disney+. So far, this is the most adult series ever released. This is the one most at risk in terms of storytelling, perception of rhythm and visual discourse. With a character whose powers come from a mythological pantheon and a mental breakdown in tow, this is a fresh take on the superhero genre. However, with his unusual appearance, frantic and unpredictable, moon knight also goes to the crossroads. How to tell such an ambitious story in just six chapters?

Especially after the fourth, when everything that has been told so far has taken a new turn. So complex that fans have had to rethink what the story has been telling up to this point. It’s certainly a plot twist that brings to mind some of the highlights of the comic. But moon knight must face a difficult dilemma.

First, resolve the conflict between Arthur Harrow and Mark Spector/Stephen Grant. At the same time the conflict between the gods. Or should he not do any of that, and instead tell a second story about the first based on his anti-hero’s sanity? Or, at any rate, another narrative that completes the unfinished endings of the first and provides context for a possible second.

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Moon Knight, a riddle within a riddle

This is a complex narrative. One side, moon knight is responsible for opening the doors to the supernatural world of Marvel. On the other hand, to expand, deepen and analyze everything related to the characters, based on the origin, related to the mystical. And unlike what the Marvel Cinematic Universe has offered so far, also with a darker underlay.

All of the above as a reflection the maturity of the most profitable superhero franchise in cinema. Thus, the series, from its experimental version and the concept of new places for storytelling, also carries a new tone and rhythm. But can he complete what the producers and Marvel want to show? can moon knight be anything more than a topical capsule story for its bold plot?

Two chapters ahead uncertainty multiplies on the idea of ​​how much Marvel is betting on an unknown superhero whose universe is still restrained and limited. What can be expected in the medium term? With the announcement of “more drama” in the season finale and longer episodes, the series breaks down on superficial promises. In the meantime, a slippery slope that could make it an uncomfortable space for the House of Ideas.

So much to say, so little time to do it

moon knight It all started with a typical superhero origin story. But little by little it became an argument, analyzing reality, time, and the very substance of human consciousness through symbols. Not only does its protagonist have two different personalities (at the moment), but he also must deal with the new sphere of power.

One that involves some sort of amazing distortion of time and space. From gods who can control the chronological flow at will, to those who can dive into human consciousness. what does it raise moon knight it’s more to do with another realm of power of unknown characters and whose attributes are starting to emerge.

But, on the other hand, it also shows a character who is twice as complex – and this is not a random definition – as any other. For dissociative personality disorder moon knight he must be understood from two sides of his characters.

All the faces in the mirror

Or more if the rumors are true that the show will dare to show more of the antihero’s personalities. As if that wasn’t enough, the fourth chapter made it clear that it also explores the fine line between sanity and insanity. A recurring theme in the comics and was part of the mythology moon knight since its paper debut.

It is only in the fourth chapter, however, that the possibility is shown that all that was told was a figment of the imagination. Or at least the confusion, fear and distortion of reality that Mark Spector must face. But if so, does this mean that in the new chapter the series will return to zero? This is a prospect that is almost impossible to solve. So what happens to Layla’s story? With all aspects of the Harrow plan? Even assuming that the illusion of sanity is just another gimmick of Ammit’s avatar, the problem remains. How to suddenly start a new story?

Two chapters that will set the tone for a new location at Marvel

At the moment, it is known that there are several new approaches to the last two episodes. On the one hand, actor Ray Lucas confirmed Diversity who will play Mark Spector’s father. Oscar Isaac has also stated several times that there will be “a look at a really tense children’s drama”. This may include a broad explanation of the personality—or personalities—of the antihero. Now all statements were before the premiere of the program. In this case, and with four released chapters, it can be concluded that all information will be part of the two remaining chapters.

Would there then be any flashback sequence that could explain everything Mark Spector goes through, including the circumstances of the psychiatric hospital? The question points to another uncomfortable place: Will he renounce his relationship with Honshu? And while there is a narrative thread that can bring all the pieces together, the main question is followed by a big question. embrace moon knight all his ambitious proposals in just two hours?

So far there is no answer to something like this. And much more as the show’s cast announce a moment of special interest for the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. “I can say that the show as a whole is predetermined and I think it will be a happy change. Stepping away from, um, some other Marvel stuff can be really adventurous,” Lucas told Variety. “[Hay] it has a lot of psychological elements.”

Even directors Aaron Moorhead and Justin Benson have made it clear that in two episodes, the story could change drastically. “I think if you were surprised by Series 4, get ready to be surprised again by Series 5 and 6,” Moorehead explained to EW. “I know it sounds like a cute little label, but I promise you it really is.”