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Amidst these financial woes, industry professionals and fans alike have questioned whether Kevin Feige, the architect of the MCU, should continue leading the franchise as its general manager. Criticisms have mounted, pinpointing a perceived decline in storytelling quality and coherence since "Endgame." Figures like Rob Liefeld, co-creator of Deadpool, have openly criticized the direction in which the MCU has been headed, arguing that the franchise has lost its innovative edge and is instead reacting clumsily to market demands and fan expectations.