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The frustration among Marvel fans and industry observers has been palpable. Many criticize the studio for overcomplicating what should be a straightforward vampire action movie. Where fans simply want to see Ali's Blade slaying vampires with style and swagger—think karate kicks, backflips, and cool weaponry—there's a perception that Marvel is more concerned with embedding identity politics, feminism, and social messaging into the plot.
Early reports indicated that Marvel aimed to redefine Blade as the "fourth co-lead" in his own movie, featuring multiple strong female characters. Such decisions, fans argue, have diverted the focus from what should be a simple, badass superhero story to an overly politically motivated narrative, complicating the filmmaking process.