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John Carter (2012)
Princess of Mars.
I find myself wondering how different the box office numbers might have been, especially in the USA, if the title had been "The Princess of Mars". There's been plenty of discussion as to Disney's failed marketing, but my belief is that the company simply overestimated public recognition (and appreciation) of ERB's classic series. Personally I only became aware of the movie's release by reading a critic's middling review.
The disappointment for me is the likelihood of no sequel, or at least a sequel with the same leads. For all its wonderful, cutting edge effects, the chemistry that developed between the two stars left me saddened that no ten year reunion will be experienced. Lynn Collins in particular, should be given credit for creating a modern, dynamic but still eminently female characterization.