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Looking at the broader picture, there is a fundamental question regarding the future of how these characters and stories are represented in films. Ironically, while Muschietti tried to shift the blame for the film's failure, he also highlighted the important issue of what constitutes successful storytelling in the superhero genre. The cinematic universes need compelling plots and authentic character portrayals in order to thrive, and "The Flash" fell short in many respects.