Hype and superhero movies go hand in hand. Fans eagerly anticipate every tiny piece of information about these films to a point where it’s become almost comical. Months and months before release, we’re dissecting every little detail, building up anticipation and expectations to a level that’s rarely achieved. But, for some reason, that didn’t happen in the same way with Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Admit it. When you first heard Sony was making what was then just an untitled animated Spider-Man movie, you were skeptical. Animation is great, Spider-Man is great, and sure that combination could be cool. But who among us put it on a pedestal along with other highly-anticipated movies such as Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War or Aquaman? Not many. Because, honestly, how could an animated superhero movie compete with a live-action one?
The Team Behind ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ Thrived on Your Lower Expectations
