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In interviews, Zolo Mariduena has been outspoken about the importance of audience support, framing it as the decisive factor for the film’s future. If fans don’t show up, Warner Brothers may be reluctant to invest further in this version of Blue Beetle, especially if the numbers fall below expectations.
The Broader Implications for the DC Reboot
James Gunn's vision for the new DCU hinges heavily on the success of films like Blue Beetle. Gunn previously assured fans that characters like Zolomera Dueno’s Jaime Reyes would be integral to his plans. However, with mounting evidence pointing towards a disastrous box office debut, those assurances seem increasingly uncertain.