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Disney’s parent company, after acquiring Fox, has been heavily investing in franchise reboots and sequels, often at the expense of original content. They've been "mining" their vast library and Fox’s properties for quick cash, often ignoring projects in development that could have blossomed into new franchises—such as the ambitious Mouse Guard, which was canceled despite being far along in production.
Critics argue that this reliance on established IP—like Predator, Alien, and Home Alone—is damaging to the industry. These franchises are considered "damaged goods," yet Disney continues to revisit them with laziness and cultural insensitivity, often adding superficial diversity while neglecting real creativity.