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The impending public domain status of characters like Superman and Batman has legal and cultural implications. Experts warn of a flood of cheaply made, potentially exploitative adaptations—ranging from low-budget horror or parody films to outright legal battles. The original Superman character, for instance, will enter public domain around 2035, prompting fears that unscrupulous creators will flood the market with derivative, low-quality interpretations, eroding the legacy.