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Today, however, the dynamics have shifted dramatically. Studios now prioritize high-budget blockbuster movies, particularly in genres like superhero films, which can gross hundreds of millions globally, justifying their astronomical production costs. Comedies, typically lower-budget projects, no longer fit into this lucrative paradigm, especially given their cultural specificity and the limited international appeal of many humor styles. As a result, studios are hesitant to invest in risky comedies, leading to a decline in both production and risk-taking in the genre.