TV Review: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Leaving behind the hexed sitcom world of WandaVision, the next Disney Plus foray into the Marvel Cinematic Universe looks into the two complex figures of Captain America’s legacy: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Balancing out adrenaline-pumping action with quieter character moments, the series is surprisingly effective at tackling its themes of trauma, guilt, and patriotism in a post-Blip world. One episode watched for review. Minor spoilers ahead...