Text 1: Filmmaker Rosa Delgado defends superhero movies. "These films explore universal themes—heroism, sacrifice, the battle between good and evil—in accessible ways," Delgado argues. "Dismissing them as mere spectacle ignores their cultural significance and the genuine craftsmanship involved."
Text 2: Film critic Harold Brooks expresses concern about superhero dominance. "While individual superhero films can be well-made, their market dominance crowds out diverse storytelling," Brooks writes. "Theaters allocate limited screens to a single genre, reducing opportunities for independent films, international cinema, and original narratives."
Based on the texts, what would Delgado and Brooks most likely agree on?
That superhero films are artistically superior to other genres
That individual superhero films can demonstrate quality filmmaking
That theaters should exclusively show superhero movies
That film criticism should focus only on commercial success
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the correct answer. Delgado praises superhero films' craftsmanship, and Brooks concedes "individual superhero films can be well-made." Both acknowledge quality is possible in the genre.
- Evidence: Delgado: "genuine craftsmanship"; Brooks: "can be well-made."
- Reasoning: Brooks's critique is about market dominance, not inherent quality.
- Conclusion: Both can agree specific films achieve quality.
Choice A is incorrect because neither claims superiority. Choice C is incorrect because Brooks advocates diversity, not exclusivity. Choice D is incorrect because neither mentions commercial focus.