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Looking ahead, key upcoming releases like Fantastic Four and X-Men are critical for restoring fan enthusiasm. But if the preceding films underperform or fail to generate organic, sustained excitement, these future projects may struggle to gain the necessary momentum.
Despite the lighter tone of Sinners, which has benefitted from strong word-of-mouth, Marvel's current state seems to rely more on aggressive marketing rather than quality underpinned by genuine audience engagement. This approach might bring short-term gains but doesn’t guarantee long-term franchise health.