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The film's debut at the Cannes Film Festival did not go as planned. Instead of glowing reviews and positive word of mouth, early critical responses have been bleak, marking Dial of Destiny as the lowest-rated Indiana Jones film from critics to date. This negative reception has sparked fears among fans and industry observers that the film might tarnish the beloved franchise rather than invigorate it.
A key point of controversy revolves around the film’s narrative focus. Critics and audiences alike are expressing concern that Indiana Jones himself takes a back seat, overshadowed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s character. Many feel this diminishes the core appeal of the series—its charismatic hero—and signals a possible shift away from the character-driven storytelling that made Indy iconic.