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Director's Response and the Impact on Fans
The controversy intensified when the film’s director, Angel Manuel Soto, responded to the reactions on social media with laughter emojis, seemingly brushing off the concerns or dismissing the fuss. This response has been met with criticism from fans, who argue that such dismissiveness undermines genuine fan engagement and concerns about narrative integrity.
Many critics and fans interpret the director’s reactions as indicative of a broader strategy that prioritizes pandering to certain audiences over respecting established character portrayals. This approach risks alienating core fans who are wary of films that appear to be driven more by clickbait moments than storytelling.