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The ongoing saga of The Marvels, Megan McDonald’s career trajectory, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s mounting projects highlight a broader issue within Hollywood—a cycle where failure often leads to continued success for those involved, regardless of merit. As the industry doubles down on controversy, activism, and interconnected networks, viewers are left questioning whether quality and audience satisfaction still matter.
The future of franchises like Tomb Raider could depend on whether Hollywood prioritizes genuine storytelling or continues to chase spectacle, identity politics, and industry politics at the expense of quality.