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In a shocking turn of events, the latest Marvel movie, “The Marvels,” has crashed and burned at the box office, leaving critics and fans scratching their heads and pointing fingers at Disney’s “woke” agenda. According to Deadline, the film is set to bring in a measly $47 million during its opening weekend, a far cry from the expected $140 million. With a whopping $300 million budget, this colossal flop has left Disney reeling and reconsidering its “progressive” approach to filmmaking.
Starring none other than Brie Larson, the sequel to 2019’s “Captain Marvel” boasts an “inclusive” all-female cast, a move that has been widely criticized and dismissed as nothing more than a superficial attempt at diversity. Director Nia DaCosta’s response to the backlash? Dismissing the critics as a mere “distraction,” as if the overwhelming negative reception could simply be brushed aside.
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Film consultant David A Gross summed it up perfectly, labeling this debacle as an “unprecedented Marvel box office collapse.” And it doesn’t end there. Disney has been stumbling over its own feet with its attempt to inject progressivism into its films. From the controversial casting of Halle Bailey as the lead in the “The Little Mermaid” remake to the flop of “The Elementals,” Disney’s attempts at pushing their “woke” agenda have resulted in plummeting stock values and a significant drop in Disney+’s subscriber base.
The “woke Disney” phenomenon has not gone unnoticed and has even sparked ridicule on shows like “South Park.” Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has also taken a stand against the company’s meddling in politics, using it as a cornerstone of his presidential campaign. Despite his efforts to revoke Disney’s special tax breaks, the mighty corporation has retaliated, leaving DeSantis licking his wounds as his popularity took a nosedive.
While some may try to deflect blame by labeling critics as “fanboy hate,” the truth remains evident. The failure of “The Marvels” reflects the power that conservatives wield over the economy, sending clear messages to companies who decide to dip their toes in the waters of progressivism. Brands such as Bud Light, Target, Ben & Jerry’s, Skittles, and even the L.A. Dodgers have faced severe backlash for their attempts at virtue signaling, facing boycotts as they learn the hard way that catering to a vocal minority does not bode well for their bottom line.
