In the comics, Captain America hasn’t gone through as many costume changes as a character like Iron Man, who seems to have a new suit every issue. However, in the films, Cap’s style hasn't been so static.

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According to Captain America: The Winter Soldier co-director Joe Russo, Cap’s costume will change depending on the film’s theme.Russo spoke with SFX about the costume change in the sequel, saying, “It was about a real world grounding approach to the character, in the spirit of Ed Brubaker's book, which is postmodern and deconstructionist and a grounded thriller.”Russo goes on to say that by using the Super Soldier costume from the comics, it addresses the “difference between working for SHIELD and being Captain America.” He says that the costume used in the film is explained on a “concrete level” and is “faithful to the more recent issues of the books.”During Brubaker's run in the comics, Steve Rogers wore the Super-Soldier costume when he was head of U.S. security. Interesting, considering the trailer shows him fighting SHIELD agents. Could the film see the character's shift away from SHIELD?Captain America: The Winter Soldier hits theatres April 4.Via ComingSoon

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