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Is Marvel’s reign coming to an end?

Nov 16, 2023
26:04
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Sam Adams, culture writer at Slate, discusses the declining popularity of superhero movies after the worst opening weekend for The Marvels. They explore Marvel fatigue, controversies, and the impact of Disney Plus series on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They touch on upcoming projects and challenges faced by Marvel Studios, as well as the influence of Marvel movies on the film industry.
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Quick takeaways

  • Superhero fatigue and saturation in the film industry may have contributed to the underperformance of 'The Marvels'.
  • Marvel's dominance in the film industry has led to a homogenization of the landscape, overshadowing unique and diverse storytelling.

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MCU's Worst Opening Weekend

The latest Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movie, 'The Marvels,' had the worst opening weekend in MCU history, signaling potential trouble for Marvel's dominance in the industry. Despite the star power and charisma of the cast, including Brie Larson returning as Captain Marvel, the movie underperformed at the box office, falling short of initial predictions. Various factors contributed to the disappointing results, such as a month-long SAG Actra protest that limited promotion and the rescheduling of the movie for additional reshoots and recuts. The decline in performance raises questions about whether Marvel's reign over the film industry is waning.

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