Overview

• 'The Marvels', the latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), has had the lowest opening weekend in the MCU's history, grossing $47 million domestically.
• The movie, directed by Nia DaCosta, features three female superheroes and is the first MCU film made by a Black female director.
• Despite the low box office numbers, 'The Marvels' has received positive reviews from many critics and holds an audience score of 84% on Rotten Tomatoes.
• The movie's performance has sparked discussions about the role of diversity in the MCU and the impact of 'superhero fatigue' on box office performance.
• Industry experts have suggested that the MCU's shift towards more diverse characters and storylines post-'Avengers: Endgame' has not been well-received by some fans.