Taika Waititi emerged as a bold filmmaker with hits like The Hunt for the Wilderpeople and What We Do in the Shadows, known for his irreverent style.

His success soared with Thor: Ragnarok and an Oscar for Jojo Rabbit. However, as his projects expanded, his distinctive voice seemed to fade.

Did Waititi's involvement in major studio projects stretch him too thin? Has the Marvel system diluted his unique touch, or is this a temporary creative lull before returning to original storytelling?

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