The Traverse
Travis ClarkTraversing the business of franchises and fandom.
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A tale of two flops
“Supergirl” (Warner Bros.)
The Gist
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“Supergirl” is flopping, another instance of superhero indifference and a young audience not showing up for a movie.
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It doesn’t mean the end of the DCU, but it puts more pressure on it....
The best movies of 2026 so far
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A Pixar problem?
The Gist
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“Toy Story 5” is breaking box-office records.
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It’s good for Pixar, but also a reminder that its biggest hits now are sequels.
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When will the studio produce a definitive, original blockbuster again?
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Masters of none
“Masters of the Universe” (Amazon MGM)
The Gist
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Amazon MGM and Mattel’s “Masters of the Universe” is looking bleak in early box-office projections.
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It raises questions about the kinds of big-budget gambles both companies wan...
More than the YouTube effect
Inde Navarrette in “Obsession.”
The Gist
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“Obsession” and “Backrooms” are both low-budget horror movie hits from YouTube filmmakers.
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But their success is about more than just the YouTube effect.
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They once again show ho...
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