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The swirling narratives around “Elio” present a clash of perspectives; while some insiders blame executive decisions for the film's dismal outcome, others argue that the lack of audience interest in the initial concept was evident. Reports from test screenings revealed that when the film was presented in its early form, reactions were lukewarm, with not a single attendee indicating an interest in seeing it in theaters, a critical indicator that alarm bells were ringing for studio leadership.