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The path forward, many argue, involves returning to the basics: focusing on good storytelling, honoring established mythologies and universes, and creating experiences that can’t be duplicated at home. Whether through deluxe theatrical productions, well-crafted series, or imaginative storytelling that respects its audience, the entertainment industry needs to remember that at its heart, it’s about making compelling stories—not pandering or controversy for controversy’s sake.

In this age of chaos in pop culture, recognizing the decline and advocating for genuine, creative storytelling might just be the acts that restore the audience’s faith and the industry’s integrity.