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In comparison, The Little Mermaid may need to surpass $750 million worldwide to break even, making its current poor performance particularly concerning for Disney. The potential failure at the box office suggests that the film may not recover its hefty investment unless it sees a substantial boost in subsequent weekends, which appears unlikely given current trends.
Challenging the Narrative: Racism or Market Preference?
The initial accusations of "review bombing" driven by racist fans appear increasingly unfounded in light of these results. Across the Spider-Verse’s strong reception and box office numbers, paired with the modest success of similar films led by Black characters, suggest that audience preferences are more complex than simple racial biases.