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Consider that Greek mythology or Irish fairy stories are basically different stories in the same "cinematic universe."
But... that universe isn't a monopoly. Many authors contributed. Stories were tailored to different audiences.
The cliche blockbuster remakes are corny because they are, but the concept of remakes, universes and sequels isn't bad.
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Consider that Greek mythology or Irish fairy stories are basically different stories in the same "cinematic universe."
But... that universe isn't a monopoly. Many authors contributed. Stories were tailored to different audiences.
The cliche blockbuster remakes are corny because they are, but the concept of remakes, universes and sequels isn't bad.