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Why Are People Calling Captain Marvel a Mary Sue?
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Why Are People Calling Captain Marvel a Mary Sue?

Why Are People Calling Captain Marvel a Mary Sue?

On the latest Nerd Out, Jessie Gender breaks down the sexism behind calling the newest Avenger a "Mary Sue."

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Even before the popular, record-breaking Marvel Studios film Captain Marvel was even released, toxic fanboys started calling Brie Larson's superheroic character a "Mary Sue." 

But what exactly is a Mary Sue? And why are people calling Captain Marvel one? (Hint: it has a lot to do with sexism!)

Watch PRIDE's Jessie Gender break it all down in the video above! And for more nerdy goodness, check out more episodes of Nerd Out here!

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Jessie Earl

When not discussing Star Trek or Wonder Woman, Jessie makes videos and writes about transgender topics and pop culture.

When not discussing Star Trek or Wonder Woman, Jessie makes videos and writes about transgender topics and pop culture.

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