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The conversation critically examines whether the superhero genre has any room left for innovation. They lament that many recent entries are mere reboots or cash-grabs, using recycled formulas and superficial characterizations. The panelists muse about whether a truly original superhero film or series can still be made, suggesting that stories need manageable stakes and relatable characters.
They point out that films like Iron Man managed to succeed because they were standalone stories with genuine character development, unlike the current crop of interconnected franchises dragging on with inconsistent scripts and uninspired villains.