Today, Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures announced that SJ Clarkson will be directing the upcoming female-led Spider-Man spinoff. This is a major milestone for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as it marks the first time a female director has been tapped to helm a major superhero movie.
SJ Clarkson is no stranger to the world of superheroes. She has directed episodes of Marvel’s Jessica Jones and The Defenders, as well as the pilot episode of the upcoming Star Trek: Picard series. She has also directed episodes of Dexter, Orange Is the New Black, and Collateral.
The female-led Spider-Man spinoff will be the first of its kind in the MCU. It will focus on a female character from the Spider-Man universe, though the exact identity of the character has yet to be revealed. The film is expected to be released in 2021, and will be produced by Amy Pascal and Kevin Feige.
This is an exciting development for the MCU, and a major step forward for female directors in the superhero genre. SJ Clarkson is an incredibly talented director, and her involvement in the project is sure to bring a unique and exciting perspective to the film. We can’t wait to see what she brings to the table!
SJ Clarkson To Direct Female-Led Spider-Man Spinoff
