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How Hollywood’s Biggest Flops Changed Film History

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The Consequences of Catwoman: A Cautionary Tale for Female Superheroes

This chapter explores the challenges faced by female superheroes in mainstream cinema, using the 2004 film 'Catwoman' as a case study. It examines the film's poor reception and its lingering effects on the production of female-led superhero narratives, while also highlighting the underlying sexism in the film industry.

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