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In her broader critique, Johnson also commented on Hollywood’s obsession with remakes. She believes that the industry’s reliance on reboots and adaptations is symptomatic of its fear of risk-taking. While some remakes, such as How to Train Your Dragon, have been well-received, Johnson argues that most are poorly executed or unnecessary. She emphasizes that audiences crave novelty and authentic stories, yet the industry continues to grind out safe bets rather than original ideas.