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This sequence, explicitly approved by Feige, exemplifies the problematic approach that has characterized much of the MCU’s recent output: prioritizing spectacle over substance, with decisions often driven by the desire for jaw-dropping moments rather than coherent storytelling.

The MCU’s House of Cards is Collapsing

This overpowered climax epitomizes a larger trend in the MCU: a reliance on “power-ups” and gratuitous spectacle that diminish storytelling integrity. Many fans and insiders argue that the franchise is built on a fragile foundation—akin to a house of cards—that’s rapidly falling apart under the weight of inconsistent storytelling, rushed plots, and increasingly questionable creative choices.