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There’s a consensus that DC’s fragmented universe, with disconnected projects like The Penguin, Joker, and JSA, hampers efforts to build a unified brand. The lack of a clear, connected foundational trilogy or blockbuster slate makes it challenging to sustain momentum. The upcoming Supergirl and Blue Beetle movies are viewed skeptically, with fears that they might burden the franchise further—particularly since their success hinges on whether the Superman reboot can deliver.