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The box office's underperformance in 2025 has been called a “cinematic drought,” with industry insiders forecasting little hope for recovery until perhaps a future blockbuster arrives, such as Disney's "Lilo and Stitch." The problem, however, is more profound than merely a lack of appealing content. Many commentators believe the decline in movie theater attendance reflects a broader issue in Hollywood: the disappearance of mid-budget films that once catered to diverse audiences.