Matt Roembke

Matt Roembke

Writer & Podcast Producer

FAVORITE MCU MOVIE: Guardians of the Galaxy

In my opinion, Guardians Vol. 1 is the MCU’s most impressive stand-alone movie to date. To combine comedy, action, drama and plot the way they do, while successfully making people care about 5 brand new characters is unheard of. I also believe that this movie's soundtrack (along with Vol. 2) is one of the greatest collections of music ever assembled. The way that they use music to drive the story and connect with both the characters and audience is something I greatly admire. 

FAVORITE MCU CHARACTER: Wanda Maximoff

Wanda’s journey from a volunteer science experiment to a hyper-powerful Avenger has been incredible to watch as both the character of Wanda and the hero of Scarlett Witch. I am excited to see how she develops in upcoming projects as her powers continue to grow. Wanda is also one of my favorite characters in the comics, specifically in the early 2000s. With the way her MCU storyline is developing, I believe that we are about to see shades of the Scarlet Witch that helped shape the Marvel Universe. 

FAVORITE STAR WARS MOVIE: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

While I always tend to lean toward the classics, my favorite Star Wars film so far is Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. I think that as a movie it is well executed and supported by a team of incredible actors. But why it is my favorite is that it is an incredible set up to Episode IV, making that movie even better than it already was. I really admire that.

FAVORITE STAR WARS CHARACTERS: Princess Leia

My favorite Star Wars character is Princess Leia. From the jump, she has been a leader and soldier in the Rebel Alliance and managed to carry that through over 40 years of films. She has never let anything get in her way or corrupt her morals, despite being put through so much adversity.

WHY DID I JOIN THE DIRECT?

Storytelling has been a key aspect of my life for as long as I can remember. When I saw the opportunity to join The Direct, I saw a chance to combine my passions for the MCU and Star Wars with my desire to tell great stories. MCU Direct and Star Wars Direct have proven that they care about telling those stories with great quality both editorially and visually. I am excited to be a part of this site at the beginning stages because I am already a huge fan. 

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Matt Roembke's Latest Stories

WandaVision: How Marvel’s Riskiest Project Became An Instant Hit

Marvel Studios' WandaVision was far from a surefire hit. Here's what the Disney+ show overcame to make it one of the MCU's top projects.

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WandaVision's Similarities To X-Men Dark Phoenix Saga Revealed

The latest episode of WandaVision shares a connection with one of the most legendary X-Men storylines of all time, so let's analyze it.

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The Direct Podcast: WandaVision Episode 7, Rian Johnson Star Wars Trilogy, Thor 4 Updates

The Direct Podcast Episode 21: WandaVision Episode 7, Rian Johnson Star Wars Trilogy.

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The Direct Podcast: WandaVision Episode 6, Snyder Cut Trailer, MCU Payoffs List

The Direct Podcast Episode 20. WandaVision Review, Snyder Cut Trailer, Time Gettys

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WandaVision Coordinates Point Close To Nick Fury Location

WandaVision detail shows coordinates that point to a popular location in the MCU.

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Ms. Marvel Co-Creator Promises Lots of Easter Eggs In MCU Disney+ Show

Ms. Marvel is set to bring us a wide range of Easter eggs celebrating heroe sin the Marvel universe.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Set Video References Avengers: Infinity War's Thanos Snap

Spider-Man 3 set photos give us more details on how the world reacted to "The Snap" in the MCU.

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The Direct Podcast: WandaVision Review, Brandon Davis of Comicbook.com

Episode 15 of The Direct Podcast features a WandaVision review, an interview with Brandon Davis, and an MCU most anticipated projects draft!

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WandaVision Easter Egg Reveals Familiar Avengers: Age of Ultron Location

WandaVision Easter Egg: Age of Ultron HYDRA Base Found In Background of WandaVision.

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The Direct Podcast: Loki Season 2 Update, Robert Downey Jr. & Star Wars, MCU Scores Draft

In Episode 15 of The Direct Podcast, we break down this week's top stories and welcome on the hosts from the Friends From Work Podcast.

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Justice League Stars Support Fan Movement To Make Zack Snyder's Cut Canon

Ray Fisher tweets that fans have the power to decide what is canon and what is not canon in the DC Extended Universe.

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Most Anticipated Marvel Movies & Shows: Ranking MCU Projects Coming In 2021 & Beyond

From WandaVision to Thor: Love and Thunder, here is our list of the most anticipated movies and Disney+ projects coming in the MCU.

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The Direct Podcast: The Future of Streaming

The Direct Podcast: Episode 3: The Future of Streaming Services compared to the Movie Going Experience.

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The Direct Podcast: Breaking Down the MCU Multiverse

THE DIRECT PODCAST: Breaking Down The MCU Multiverse. Details and timecodes for Episode 2 of The Direct Podcast

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MCU: 12 Best Songs in Marvel Studios Movies

A list of the best uses of music through the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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How The Falcon And The Winter Soldier, WandaVision & Loki Will Begin the MCU's Phase D+

A look at what we know so far about the first set of MCU projects to be released on Disney+.

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MCU MADNESS: Round 1 Recap

The first round of the MCU Madness has been completed with some interesting results...

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MCU MADNESS SWEET 16 RECAP

MCU MADNESS SWEET 16 RECAP: No upsets yet. On to the Elite 8.

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MCU MADNESS ELITE 8 RECAP

MCU MADNESS ELITE 8 RECAP. Who will make it to the championship round?

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MCU MADNESS CHAMPIONSHIP: #1 Avengers: Endgame vs. #2 Avengers: Infinty War

MCU MADNESS CHAMPIONSHIP: #1 Avengers: Endgame vs. #2 Avengers: Infinty War

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MCU MADNESS CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP!

MCU MADNESS CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP! Endgame beats Infinity War

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MCU MADNESS FINAL FOUR: #2 Avengers: Infinity War vs. #3 The Avengers

MCU MADNESS FINAL FOUR: #2 Avengers: Infinity War vs. #3 The Avengers

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MCU MADNESS ELITE 8: #1 Avengers: Endgame vs. #8 Captain America: Civil War

MCU MADNESS ELITE 8: #1 Avengers: Endgame vs. #8 Captain America: Civil War

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MCU MADNESS ELITE 8: #2 Avengers: Infinity War vs #7 Captain America: The Winter Soldier

MCU Madness Elite 8: #2 Avengers: Infinity War vs #7 Captain America: The Winter Soldier

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MCU MADNESS ELITE 8: #3 The Avengers vs. #6 Thor: Ragnarok

MCU MADNESS ELITE 8: #3 The Avengers vs. #6 Thor: Ragnarok

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MCU MADNESS SWEET 16 #8 Captain America: Civil War vs. #9 Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

MCU MADNESS SWEET 16 #8 Captain America: Civil War vs. #9 Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

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MCU MADNESS SWEET 16: #7 Captain America: The Winter Soldier vs. #10 Doctor Strange

MCU MADNESS SWEET 16: #7 Captain America: The Winter Soldier vs. #10 Doctor Strange

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MCU MADNESS: #2 Avengers: Infinity War vs. #15 Iron Man 3

Infinity War vs. Iron Man 3

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MCU MADNESS: #16 Ant-Man vs. #17 Ant-Man and the Wasp

#16 Ant-Man vs. #17 Ant-Man and The Wasp

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MCU MADNESS: #14 Black Panther vs. #19 Thor

Black Panther vs. Thor

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MCU MADNESS: #15 Iron Man 3 vs. #18 Iron Man 2

Iron Man 3 vs Iron Man 2

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MCU MADNESS: #13 Avengers: Age of Ultron vs. #20 Thor: The Dark World

Age of Ultron vs Dark World

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MCU MADNESS ROUND 1: #12 Spider-Man: Far From Home vs. #21 Captain America: The First Avenger

One from Brooklyn, one from Queens, two kids from New York battle in out in Round 1.

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MCU MADNESS ROUND 1: #10 Doctor Strange vs. #23 The Incredible Hulk

The Sorcerer Supreme takes on the Green Rage Monster in Round 1

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MCU MADNESS ROUND 1: #11 Spider-Man: Homecoming vs. #22 Captain Marvel

Peter Parker takes on his biggest challenge yet, Captain Carol Danvers.

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