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Thor: Love and Thunder exemplifies the ongoing struggle within the MCU between creative experimentation and fan expectation. Taika Waititi’s unapologetic stance and bold creative choices have stirred controversy, highlighting a growing divide between filmmakers and dedicated fans who want faithfulness to the source material.
As the MCU navigates its post-Endgame era, the fate of characters like Thor and the franchise’s storytelling approach remain under scrutiny. Will future projects honor the mythos that fans cherish, or continue to lean into a more comedic, less traditional style? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: the ongoing debate about creative liberty, fan respect, and franchise integrity is far from over.