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Her response was revealing: she expressed hesitation about committing, citing concerns over the time commitment and personal fears of burnout. She remarked, “I don’t think I can commit to a franchise right now. It seems like a lot of time. I’m scared.” A statement like this, especially from an up-and-coming actress, reflects a broader reluctance among actors to sign on for long-term commitments to Marvel projects.

An Impending Shift: It’s Not You, It’s Me

This hesitation echoes a deeper issue: Marvel, once the crown jewel of franchise filmmaking, now appears to be facing a "it's not you, it's me" moment. The reluctance of new talent to engage suggests that the appeal of working for Marvel may be waning, or at least that the allure isn't as strong as it once was.