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In summary, Thunderbolts is a stark example of Marvel’s recent creative malaise—trying to be many things and ultimately achieving very little. While some performances stand out and the attempt to portray mental health authentically is laudable, the film suffers from narrative confusion, superficiality, and missed opportunities. As the MCU faces its own dark night of the soul, fans are left wondering whether Marvel can find its way back to meaningful storytelling, or if this Thunderbolts will merely be a fleeting misfire in an increasingly fatigued universe.