What Happened to Heroism in Marvel Movies?

In this episode, Tanner Millet and I dive deep into the changing moral landscape of Marvel movies and modern storytelling.What started as a conversation about superhero films quickly turned into a much bigger discussion about justice, sacrifice, heroism, and the stories shaping our culture.We explore:The difference between restorative and retributive justiceWhy classic hero stories focused on sacrifice and transformationHow modern Marvel films often blur the line between hero and villainThe role of trauma identity in modern protagonistsWhy movies like Black Panther and Shang-Chi still stand outAnd what today’s media is teaching kids about power, revenge, and moralityWe also discuss Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey, the spiritual roots of storytelling, and why true heroism transcends gender and ideology.Whether you love Marvel, care about storytelling, or just want to think more deeply about the media shaping our world, this episode is for you.Purchase "Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids" https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kidsPurchase "He Lives: A Rhyming Testimony of the Living Christ"https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/he-lives-a-rhyming-testimony-of-the-living-christCheck Out My LDS Kids Show (Brother Sunbeam) https://youtube.com/@BrotherSunbeam?si=WuFxgFJ1IgxZ1jJmFollow Me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/smallsimplescreens/Subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@SmallSimpleScreensBy Small & Simple Screens helps Latter-day Saints see what movies, books, and media are actually teaching about God, family, and the world… I analyze kids’ stories, symbolism, and storytelling patterns through a gospel lens—not to cancel culture or panic parents, but to help families raise discerning kids in a media-saturated world.Disclaimer:This podcast and its content reflect my personal views and analysis as a Latter-day Saint parent, creator, and storyteller. It is not produced by, endorsed by, or representative of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or its official teachings. Any references to doctrine, scripture, or Church publications are offered for discussion and personal study, not as official interpretation.CONTACT: [email protected]#mormon #lds #latterdaysaints