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Everything Marvel star Elizabeth Olsen has to say about the franchise

Olsen is known for playing Wanda Maximoff or the Scarlet Witch in the series
Olsen is known for playing Wanda Maximoff or the Scarlet Witch in the series (Getty Images)
  • Elizabeth Olsen, known for her role as Wanda Maximoff (Scarlet Witch) in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), expressed her candid views on the superhero genre.
  • Despite her prominent role in several MCU films and the WandaVision series, Olsen stated that the genre doesn't fully align with her personal artistic preferences.
  • She feels a need to demonstrate her personal taste in film and literature, especially in professional settings, given her extensive involvement with Marvel.
  • Olsen's initial attraction to the MCU stemmed from its grand, Greek-style narratives that reflected political and cultural aspects.
  • She has recently focused on independent projects like The Assessment and His Three Daughters, showcasing her actual artistic preferences.
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