Ava DuVernay's 'New Gods': Who Are They? | THR News

Ava DuVernay's 'New Gods': Who Are They? | THR News

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Ava Duvernay is set to direct DC's New Gods, a creation by Jack Kirby. The Fourth World Saga, which includes New Genesis and Apocalypse, is a complex narrative with a rich cast of characters. Key figures include Orion, Darkseid, and High Father. Darkseid, a cosmic villain, is known for his manipulative nature. Duvernay's favorite superhero, once a leader of the Female Furies, adds emotional depth to the story. The video explores these elements and invites viewers to share their thoughts.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant milestone did Ava Duvernay achieve with her film 'A Wrinkle in Time'?

First African American woman to direct a $100 million budget film

First woman to direct a film in the DC Universe

First woman to win an Oscar for Best Director

First African American woman to produce a Marvel movie

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the central conflict in the Fourth World Saga?

A conflict between superheroes and villains on Earth

A battle between two alien planets, New Genesis and Apocalypse

A war between humans and aliens

A struggle for power within the New Gods

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Orion's evil father in the New Gods comic book?

Darkseid

Thanos

High Father

Darth Vader

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are Darkseid's intentions in the New Gods storyline?

To wipe out all independent thought in existence

To conquer the universe

To become the ruler of New Genesis

To destroy Earth

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which character did Ava Duvernay reveal as her favorite superhero?

A former leader of the Female Furies

A member of the Justice League

A villain from Apocalypse

A hero from Marvel Comics