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In recent years, DC's cinematic output has struggled to deliver consistent box office success. Since the release of Joker in 2019, the studio unveiled around ten films, but only The Batman managed to turn a profit. Most other projects, despite significant investments, bombed at the box office or failed to recoup their costs, leading to questions about the studio's strategy and future.
James Gunn, known for his work on Guardians of the Galaxy and The Suicide Squad, was entrusted with reviving DC's fortunes by taking a more cohesive approach. The hope is that his vision and fresh take on the Superman mythos can fuel a new era, but with skyrocketing expectations comes hefty risk.