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Similarly, she mentioned Oppenheimer, which attracted a predominantly male audience, contrasting it with Barbie and illustrating that it’s okay to have stories and genres targeted at different demographics. Ortega emphasized that Hollywood should embrace this diversity instead of obsessing over gender swaps.
Moving Toward Authentic Representation
Ortega concluded that Hollywood’s ongoing obsession with gender-swapping iconic roles has failed to produce sustained success and often feels unnecessary or artificial. She advocates for creating original stories for women, developing new characters that aren't tied to existing properties, and respecting the integrity of beloved franchises.