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The discussion also touches on an essential aspect of contemporary filmmaking: audiences today have become more selective. They are less inclined to support franchises that do not resonate with them or deliver content they perceive as worthwhile. The unprecedented success of films like Deadpool 3, which accumulated a substantial box office, demonstrates that when the right project is on the table, audiences will show up.
This is a far cry from the lukewarm reception of Brave New World; mixed reviews seem to discourage patrons from hitting theaters. The film's reliance on nostalgia and established characters is becoming a tricky balancing act, particularly as challenges arise in establishing new leads—like Anthony Mackie stepping into a role previously defined by Chris Evans.