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As Hollywood grapples with its identity and future, the downfall of Dark Fate underscores a vital lesson: success depends on listening to the audience, crafting good stories, and avoiding the trap of blaming fans for problems rooted in poor creative decisions. The film’s financial loss, despite notable gross figures, reveals that making a good film is about more than just star power or messaging—it's about respect for the audience and quality storytelling.
Let this serve as a reminder that, in the end, the true fate of any franchise hinges on its connection with viewers—not on political ideologies or social agendas.