Captain America: The Winter Soldier

Budget:

The budget for 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' is estimated at around $170,000,000. Big American Blockbusters generally have massive budgets due to the fact that mainstream films require so much CGI, effects, big actors/actresses and marketing.

Stars:

Chris Evans

(Steve Rogers/Captain America)

Chris Evans is an American actor who portrays the role as the man out of time, Steve Rogers aka Captain America. He is also known for his role as another Marvel Superhero, Johnny Storm/Human Torch in the 'Fantastic Four' franchise.

Scarlett Johansson

(Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow)

Scarlett Johansson is an American actress who portrays the role as the ex- assassin with a dark history, Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow. She is also known for her role as Olivia Wenscombe in 'The Prestige'.

Anthony Mackie
(Sam Wilson/Falcon)

Anthony Mackie is an American actor who portrays the role as the ex-army man and good friend of Steve, Sam Wilson aka Falcon. He is also known for his role as Sergeant JT Sanborn in 'The Hurt Locker'.

Sebastian Stan

(Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier)

Sebastian Stan is a Romanian actor who portrays the role of Steve's childhood friend, Bucky Barnes aka the Winter Soldier. He is also known for his role as Walter/Bowtie Party Guest in 'Rachel's Getting Married'.

Samuel L. Jackson

(Nick Fury)

Samuel L. Jackson is an American actor who portrays the role of the Director of S.H.I.E.L.D, director Nick Fury. He is also known for his role as Coach Ken Carter in 'Coach Carter' and Mace Windu in the 'Star Wars' prequal trilogy.

Genre:

The genre for 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' comes under three categories. These are Action, Adventure and Sci-Fi. Most Marvel films fit within this genre too.

Box Office:

Opening Weekend - $95,023,721(USA) (4 April 2014)

Gross - $226,126,753(USA) (28 April 2014)

 Production company(s):

• Marvel Studios
• Marvel Entertainment

Certificate:
UK - 12A
USA - PG-13

Marketing:

Marvel spend a lot of time with their marketing for any of their films. They release a teaser trailer, full trailer, 1 minute clips from the film, all kinds of posters and lots of merchandise. Heres a few examples of what the marking funds go into:

• Released trailers
• Small clips posted/released onto YouTube, Marvel channels
• Film advertised during breaks of 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' (a TV programme produced by Marvel)
• Captain America: The Winter Solider themed Sky Shield Broadband adverts featuring Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury
• Movie posters, some on buses and billboards
• Toys themed from the film are sold
• T-shirts
• Posters
• Collectibles themed from film, e.g. collectible Captain America figurine 

Official Trailer -

Character Montages -






Short clip -


Posters -

Merchandise-
Merchandise covers anything thing from toys and posters to collectible figures and tshirts. Merchandise promotes the film and its another way of advertising the film, e.g. items of clothing. Some people may where tshirts or hoodies with the film's logo printed on it. People may be interested in this and want to find more about it.

Release Date:

UK release date - 26th March 2014

This shows that the film was released just before the Summer Blockbuster season. During this season, majority of the year's big blockbusters are released into cinemas, e.g. 'Transformers: Age of Extinction' and 'How to Train Your Dragon 2'. However, it was released around the time where more people would be off school and work (such as Easter Holidays or Spring Break). This means audiences have more time and will appeal to them more as they can use this as an activity. Another reason is that the film doesn't have a range of other films to compete with. 

Reviews:

• "I applaud the Russo brothers and the writers Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely on a job well done in this action thriller The action is riveting as are the quite scenes between the characters. There are Good humorous punches in this script also. The returning cast are great and expanding their roles from other movies, I am trying to be vague here as not to ruin the movie. Also there are some great additions to the cast as well. Anthony Mackie does a soaring job as the Falcon (pun intended), he has a very comfortable fit to the cast and no way feel forces in. Robert Redford is a very compelling character and presence on screen. The action scenes were fantastic when I saw the resume of the Russos's movies I was a little worried, now I think they might have to worry about being type cast as action movie directors. There are a few changes from the comic book story line but they are not distracting. The Winter Solider is a movie that greatly expands and shakes the foundation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Stay for the two end credit sequences. I really enjoyed this movie and recommend it. If it's action you want. Go see the Captain." - scarinny (from IMDb)

• "This film is simply exceptional in every way. The edge it has is delivering the best, grittiest action the genre has ever scene and characters that are as complex as the are fun. Why do I say that? Well...
  
  What I love about the character is that Steve Rogers has "I'm-a-man-out- of-time issues" but he's comfortable with the chaos that it brings. In acclimating himself to this century he is at his best. Yes, most people would be overwhelmed but because of who he is and where he's from, he's able to cope and adapt. The serum that gives him his physical edge also gives him a mental boost. It's his emotions that are raw and unaided. Time has passed since Avengers so we don't get to see his day to day amazement and adjustment. I'm glad they skipped that stuff. What we do see is the man who once represented America and has become alien to America and it's slanted values. The passage of time. Add those struggles to a full blown conspiracy film and what results might just be the best film released all year long.
  
  Steve Rogers is basically a John Wayne American. The world shifts to him and it's his job to tell everybody "Here's they way things should be done." We saw that in Avengers and even the first film after he gathered his Howling Commandos. Now, the powers that be are a lot more flexible in terms of loyalties and how they're going to get certain jobs done. How he handles this century's gray morality is at the heart of the film.
  
  Like most men from the 1940's, Steve keeps things to himself and keeps his emotions bottled up. (EX: the first film when he mentions his mother dying of TB and he was even embarrassed when Peggy found him mourning alone for Bucky) So, bringing The Black Widow in to this film gives him someone who is going to draw out his story, because he's never going to offer it up of his own accord. Natasha learns from him. Fury learns from him. Sam Wilson learns from him. Yet, they all give him something in return. Every character used is utilized perfectly and smartly. Falcon for example, is not in awe of the legend of Captain America. This is exactly what Steve wants in a friend and in a fellow soldier, to not have to be Captain America. Everyone fits perfectly in to the plot and allows access to different beats, tones and emotional depth. Yes, conspiracy thrillers need depth and this one has it.
  
  Captain America is probably the only superhero left in this world of the reboot who is singularly heroic. He doesn't have this dark existential quandary like other reinventions. Plugging that resolute goodness into a morally complex story means he doesn't question what he believes, but he questions whether anybody else does anymore. He doesn't question his foundation but he questions where he has ended up and what his role must now be. The conspiracy element and structure of this story helps in that Captain America is not up on a pedestal being self righteous, he's in a corner and that makes you want to root for the guy. He believes in what he's doing and the viewer is along for a great ride sharing that belief.
  
  Marvel movies usually establish character early. This one starts out fast but it's got a lot of character in it. The first act packs a punch but does it laying the groundwork for a remarkable third act. They take time showing the issues and you immediately empathize with Steve. Giving us good character depth means the action delivers more punch. And the action here is beyond great. This movie absolutely punches you in the face in the best way possible. The action has advanced a lot from the first film. How he now operates in the world and kicks butt is all very impressive.
  
  So, this is probably Marvel's grittiest movie and it's also their best sequel to date. There's a dash of humor but there's mostly a wonderful thriller, conspiracy and adventure that delivers a great great film." - Fro (from IMDb)

•  "In heroes we trust.
  
  Very Good Marvel Movie! First off, the action and fight scenes in the movie are just awesome and there is plenty of action to keep you entertained throughout the entire movie. There is also enough humor to balance all this. The characters all had their own amazing moments and the acting is decent as well. You get to see more of Nick Fury, and he was awesome in this. Black Widow is used much more in this movie and as well as being badass, she brings out more of the Captain's story. Sam Wilson (the Falcon) is great and is involved in some great action scenes. The villains in this movie were awesome as well. Quite enjoyed the story as well. There were a few twists; some unexpected, some expected. And the reveal of the unexpected twists in the final third were epic. The story is not just about Captain America and the Winter Soldier, there are darker forces at play and causes the Captain to ask dangerous questions. This movie is very entertaining, the story is decent, the ending is awesome and satisfying and I would recommend watching this. Makes for a decent political thriller as well.
  
  For Steve Rogers, awakening after decades of suspended animation involves more than catching up on pop culture; it also means that this old school idealist must face a world of subtler threats and difficult moral complexities. That comes clear when Director Nick Fury is killed by the mysterious assassin, the Winter Soldier, but not before warning Rogers that SHIELD has been subverted by its enemies. When Rogers acts on Fury's warning to trust no one there, he is branded as a traitor by the organization. Now a fugitive, Captain America must get to the bottom of this deadly mystery with the help of the Black Widow and his new friend, The Falcon. However, the battle will be costly for the Sentinel of Liberty, with Rogers finding enemies where he least expects them while learning that the Winter Soldier looks disturbingly familiar." - Manu Gino (from Rotten Tomatoes)