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Critics argue that as the director, DaCosta bore significant creative responsibility for The Marvels, especially given her active decision-making during filming. Witnesses report her making numerous creative choices, even amidst chaos on set, contradicting her claims of being “swallowed up by the budget” or being unaware of the purpose of various scenes. This discrepancy raises questions about her accountability, particularly when the film was a commercial disappointment.