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In a broader cultural context, Gunn suggested that Americans might have become less focused on kindness and civility, possibly yielding to increased anxiety and divisiveness. Many argued, however, that these issues are not unique to the U.S. and that even films with overtly patriotic themes like "Top Gun: Maverick" achieve international success. The assertion that Superman struggles internationally due to cultural self-loathing or anti-American sentiment was refuted by critics familiar with global box office data.
Some pointed out that Superman's universal recognition remains undiminished, and the perception that the character now stumbles outside America may be more about changing tastes in superhero storytelling rather than cultural hostility.