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However, the key concern is whether the new cast and filmmakers can achieve similar cultural resonance. The original actors, despite acting in other projects, became deeply associated with the franchise’s identity. The question remains: can the newer actors, like Maline Klein and others in the new film, carve out their own legacy, or will they be forever overshadowed by the original stars? There is skepticism about whether legacy sequels can truly establish new actors independently, especially when they rely on nostalgia.
The speaker points out that Jenna Ortega, known for Wednesday and her role in Scream films, is an example of an actor who managed to become a recognizable face beyond the franchise, but such cases remain exceptions.