Exploring the Multiverse: ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ Cast Dives Deep

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Cast Talks Diversity and Exploration of the Multiverse

The highly-anticipated sequel to the Oscar-winning 2018 animated film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is coming to theaters nationwide on Friday, June 2. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse brings new adventures for Miles Morales, AKA Spider-Man, as he swings with Gwen Stacy, AKA Spider-Woman, across a multiverse filled with a new team of Spider-People. Earlier this month, the cast of the upcoming movie, Shameik Moore (Miles Morales), Hailee Steinfeld (Gwen Stacy), and Luna Lauren Vélez (Rio Morales, Miles’ mom), shared their thoughts on the importance of diversity in films and what they would expect to find in a superhero multiverse in real life.

Embracing Diversity through Representation

The inclusion of different characters, voices, and stories from diverse backgrounds has been a significant topic of conversation in Hollywood lately. Luna Lauren Vélez, a Puerto Rican actress who played Miles Morales’ mother in the upcoming movie and has been in the industry for 30 years, recognizes the momentum towards change but hopes for more. She is excited to see the impact of having a Puerto Rican woman as Spider-Man’s mother, a character with broad audience appeal, and how its representation helps move Latino representation forward.

Exploring the Multiverse: What If?

The possibilities for crossover events and exploration of different dimensions in the superhero multiverse are endless, and the upcoming Spider-Man movie delves into that. Hailee Steinfeld, who plays Gwen Stacy in the film, shared what version of herself she hoped to encounter in the multiverse, stating that meeting a bold, ambitious, and daring version of herself like Spider-Gwen would be amazing. Luna Lauren Vélez desires to meet the greatest version of herself, capable of communicating with every dimension, culture, and multiverse. Meanwhile, Shameik Moore, who played Miles Morales in the previous film and the upcoming sequel, shared his thoughts on meeting a version of himself who was better and more accomplished, which would inspire him to work harder and become even more competitive.

Final Thoughts

The highly-anticipated sequel to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse brings new adventures, diverse characters, and exploration of different dimensions. The cast’s discussion on diversity is a positive step in Hollywood’s ongoing efforts for representation and inclusion. Exploring the possibilities for crossover events and encounters in the multiverse undoubtedly opens endless opportunities for storytelling and entertainment, leaving audiences excited to see what the future holds for Spider-Man and the ever-expanding superhero multiverse.