Sony’s latest announcement brings both excitement and concern to fans of the Spider-Man Universe. While Eddie Brock’s third solo venture finally receives an official title, “Venom: The Last Dance,” it also raises questions about the fate of the long-awaited Sinister Six team-up movie.

Spider-Man’s cinematic journey, spanning back to the early 2000s, has been marked by Sony’s persistent efforts to bring the Sinister Six to the big screen since at least the early 2010s. The tantalizing scene in “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” showcasing the weaponry and attire of several iconic villains, hinted at grand plans for a villainous alliance. Unfortunately, these plans were shelved following the lukewarm reception of TASM 2.

Sony’s strategy of building a cinematic universe around Spider-Man’s adversaries, dubbed the Sony Spider-Man Universe, seemed like a fresh twist on the conventional superhero narrative. By introducing villains first and then incorporating a hero as the narrative foil, Sony aimed to create a unique storytelling experience. However, with the naming of “Venom: The Last Dance” for its third installment, Sony may risk dragging its feet and missing out on capitalizing on its most lucrative franchise star.

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