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Examining the Decline
Marvel movies have traditionally been measured against their capacity to break the billion-dollar mark, establishing expectations that Brave New World seems unlikely to meet. Critics have pointed out that the film obtained a CinemaScore of B- and received poor reviews, suggesting a decline in audience enthusiasm compared to earlier phases of the MCU. The film has struggled to connect with audiences, reflecting a more nuanced issue: superhero fatigue and the detachment many viewers feel from the overarching narrative of the MCU.