Part 7/9:
The Power of Reception and Marketing
The marketing campaign for Madame Web has been heavily criticized, suffering from what many describe as "cringe-worthy" content, poorly received posters, and an unconvincing trailer. The trailer itself received overwhelming negative feedback, with roughly 200,000 dislikes compared to 100,000 likes. This level of scrutiny and mockery is unprecedented for a superhero movie and signals deep audience disinterest.
The negative sentiment online and the evident lack of enthusiasm suggest that Madame Web may face an uphill battle at the box office. With its release date coinciding with Valentine's Day—a period traditionally considered for romantic fare—the film's prospects could decline further if it fails to generate positive word-of-mouth.