Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom Launches Its First Spectacular Trailer – THE USA PRINT

The last few years have been very intense for DC, especially from October 2022 to date, but in the midst of uncertainty about the future, the long-awaited trailer for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom finally arrives, a film that will have its premiere in December. The project will be the farewell to the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), a cinematographic universe that began in 2013 with Man of Steel – 55%, and whose most recent deliveries have been tremendous failures. Despite everything, those who have enjoyed Aquaman – 73% will surely be excited for the first trailer for the sequel. You can read the official synopsis below:

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After failing to defeat Aquaman, Black Manta, still thirsting for revenge for his father’s death, will not stop until he takes down Aquaman once and for all. On this occasion, Black Manta is more dangerous than ever by using the power of the mythical Black Trident, which unleashes a malevolent and ancient force. To defeat him, Aquaman will seek out his imprisoned brother Orm, the former king of Atlantis, to form an alliance. Together, they must put aside their differences to protect the kingdom from him and save Aquaman’s family and the world from destruction.

Do Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom and the DCEU have a future?

The anticipated sequel is in a difficult situation as its premiere approaches. Despite the overwhelming success of the first installment, which grossed more than US $1,148 million, the next chapter in the saga has been mired in controversies and doubts. With just a few months before release, the absence of trailers and advertising generated uncertainty among fans, who question Warner Bros.’ commitment to the film. This concern has been accentuated on social media, especially when compared to the intense promotional campaign for the studio’s other films, such as Dune: Part Two.

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Several circumstances could explain Warner Bros.’s cautious attitude. One of them is the change of direction in the DC cinematic universe, now under the supervision of James Gunn and Peter Safran. This new approach, completely disconnected from the DCEU, calls into question the importance of Aquaman 2. Added to this is the spectacular failure at the box office of other films in the franchise, such as The Flash – 60% and Blue Beetle – 74%.

Another factor is the controversial presence of Amber Heard, which has generated tensions due to her legal dispute with her ex-husband, Johnny Depp. An online petition seeking her removal from the project reached millions of signatures, and social media continues to be a battleground over her role in the film. Additionally, the project has faced logistical challenges, including extensive reshoots and release date changes.

Originally, Michael Keaton was going to appear in a cameo as Batman, but constant rescheduling made this no longer make sense. An attempt to replace him with Ben Affleck also failed. Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom faces an uncertain outlook, full of complications and controversies that threaten to overshadow its launch. The fate of the film is in limbo, like the mysterious depths of Atlantis, waiting to see if it can emerge successfully or will sink into oblivion.

With regret for many, it is time to say goodbye to the DCEU, a franchise that promised a lot but, unfortunately, failed to find its way in the complex world of cinematic superheroes. Although it leaves us with memorable moments and iconic characters, its complete failure puts an end to an era. We are left hoping that DC characters have a brighter future under the direction of James Gunn and Peter Safran.

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