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A sentiment is expressed that larger studios and mergers tend to favor profit over creative risk, leading to formulaic storytelling and a stifling of original ideas. The industry’s focus on shared universes and interconnected IP often hampers filmmakers' creative independence, leading many top-tier directors to avoid blockbuster franchises altogether.
The Future of Star-Driven and Standalone Films
There’s advocacy for returning to standalone movies that focus on individual storytelling—an approach that allows creators to put their unique mark on characters without the burden of maintaining a sprawling universe. The insider urges that studios should prioritize quality and originality over forced interconnectedness, which can dilute storytelling and alienate audiences.