UNITED STATES · 2016

Captain America: Civil War

Anthony Russo & Joe Russo
government regulation superhero accountability ideological conflict fractured team dynamics collateral damage consequences
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Following the events of Age of Ultron, the collective governments of the world pass an act designed to regulate all superhuman activity. This polarizes opinion amongst the Avengers, causing two factions to side with Iron Man or Captain America, which causes an epic battle between former allies.

Year2016
CountryUnited States
DirectorAnthony Russo & Joe Russo
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