The upcoming Marvel film, Captain America: Brave New World, has sparked considerable excitement among fans, mainly fueled by a recently viral shot of Danny Ramirez in his new role as Falcon.
With a high-tech suit—that could have been designed by Tony Stark himself—, which looks designed for action in the skies and on the ground, he looks ready to explore new horizons as Sam Wilson’s (Anthony Mackie) partner.
And speaking of exploring, Torres is a living example of how technology and heroism can intersect mid-flight.
The new Falcon takes flight—in style and green
A viral screenshot shows Danny Ramirez in his Falcon costume—a suit that is mostly green with metallic details, whose wings seem designed for high-flying action and look sleek and practical.
Additionally, back in April, McDonald’s spoiled us fans with a sneak peek into the film’s visuals through exclusive promotional materials.
One of the posters featured Anthony Mackie as Captain America alongside Danny Ramirez as Falcon, showing Torres’ new uniform and building even more anticipation for the film.
This marketing collaboration confirmed key details while giving us fans a taste of the action-packed aesthetic to come.
Joaquin Torres: from Air Force lieutenant to winged hero
The first appearance of Joaquin Torres was in the Disney+ series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier when he was an Air Force lieutenant. Now he's taking over from Sam Wilson to become the new Falcon. Like Sam Wilson becoming Captain America, Torres must prove himself as a hero—by earning respect and showing what he can do.
A digital Falcon? Microsoft joins the action
The hype doesn’t stop there. Marvel Studios teamed up with Microsoft for a promotional spot that shines as brightly as vibranium, where we see Torres using a Microsoft Copilot+ PC and the Cocreator tool to reimagine creative possibilities as Captain America’s partner.
It becomes clear then that Marvel is exploring how technology can integrate into superhero stories through this partnership with Microsoft—showing how technological innovation can reshape the very essence of what it means to be a hero in modern times.
We'll likely see Sam mentoring Torres, thus creating a bridge between established superhero archetypes and contemporary storytelling approaches.
This convergence of experience and innovation seeks to engage both dedicated Marvel fans and new audiences, highlighting the dynamic nature of heroic identity in a rapidly changing world, our real world that is, in its own terms, a Brave New World.
From Shakespeare to Huxley: The Literary Roots of Brave New World
The title Brave New World carries such fascinating literary weight! Its choice for the next Captain America is marvelous!
The phrase comes from William Shakespeare's play The Tempest, where the character Miranda, amazed by the new world she sees, says: "O brave new world that has such people in't!" Though her words sound full of wonder, there's an irony in them, as the people she refers to are far from being good role models.
Secondly, inspired by this passage, Aldous Huxley turned the meaning of this phrase into the title of his novel, Brave New World—where the "brave new world" is controlled, dehumanized, and far from the ideal initially suggested.
In the context of Captain America: Brave New World, the title feels more like a warning than an optimistic phrase.
Considering the latest events in this post-Endgame, post-Blip world, where the lines between heroes and villains are increasingly blurred, and global structures are in constant flux, much like Huxley’s novel, the MCU is facing a reality where technological, social, and political changes come with a heavy price.
Sam Wilson, as Captain America, is virtually carrying the weight of this "brave new world" upon his shield, as he struggles to balance the expectations of Steve Rogers' legacy with the demands of an uncertain future.
Now, with Brave New World, the MCU seems poised to become a space where the future is shaped by choices made in the chaos. It’s Shakespeare meets Huxley, remixed by Kevin Feige.
Conclusion—a Falcon for a new era
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Whether soaring as Falcon or standing beside Sam Wilson, with Torres' Falcon at the heart of this story, the movie promises to be both a visual spectacle and an emotional journey.
Captain America: Brave New World is paving the way for a more inclusive, dynamic, and soaring MCU, with Danny Ramirez as the new Falcon. So buckle up—February 2025 is just around the corner, and the sky’s the limit—or maybe not even that.
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