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Thunderbolts initially surprises viewers by addressing mental health matters more earnestly than many other Marvel films. The movie centers around flawed antiheroes confronting their darkness, loneliness, and depression, without resorting to jokes or dismissive quips. Florence Pew’s character, Elena, opens the film by openly sharing her feelings of emptiness and despair—a stark departure from the typical Marvel tone. This genuine focus on mental health persists throughout, with scenes depicting characters like Red Guardian and Bucky Barnes exploring their vulnerabilities in a heartfelt manner.