12 Greatest MCU Moments Of 2021
8. The Bus Scene (Shang-Chi & The Legend Of The Ten Rings)
There was a lot to love about the MCU debut of Shang-Chi. The main character’s dynamic with his father, one of the best villains the franchise has ever produced, the entire supporting cast, and the mystical village of Ta Lo were all exceptional, however there was one scene that stole the show.
As Shang-Chi and Katy headed into work on a San Francisco bus, the titular character was attacked by Razorfist and some more of Wenwu’s henchmen in a bid to retrieve the pendant from around his neck. The fight scene that resulted was nothing short of stunning.
This was the first time the abilities and skills of the previously unassuming Shaun were on display, and it was immediately clear that he had everything it took to be a hero, even in spite of destroying one poor woman’s laptop. The unique addition of Razorfist’s razor fist, and the comic relief of Katy driving the bus meant that this action sequence had everything.
Not only was it incredible to watch, it showed Shang-Chi saving those around him and putting himself in harm’s way to try and protect them. He may have ultimately lost his pendant, but the fact that no one else got hurt thanks to him makes him a winner.