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Furthermore, the film's depiction of characters and society within the Tron universe is almost nonexistent. The viewers are left with little understanding of the factions, politics, or culture of the digital world. The characters themselves are one-dimensional, motivated solely by superficial objectives like acquiring powers or responding to vague moral dilemmas.
The panel criticizes the franchise’s shift away from the core themes of artificial intelligence—such as the dangers of unchecked technology and the moral paradoxes of creating sentient beings—toward generic action and spectacle. The absence of character-driven stories diminishes any potential for emotional engagement, making the entire experience feel hollow.