Critique of Underdeveloped Characters in a Franchise Film

The chapter provides a critical review of a film within a franchise, highlighting underwritten characters, missed opportunities for complexity, and a desire for more depth in narrative and character development. The speakers discuss the lack of agency in the protagonist's choices, comparing the film's pacing to a lengthy prologue setting up future installments while expressing frustration over unresolved narrative elements.

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