There was a time — and not very long ago — where Dwayne Johnson might have been a saving grace for cinematic universes. He’s frequently been tapped to join (read: save) a number of struggling franchises. His role as Luke Hobbs was just what the Fast & Furious saga needed to level up; other sequels, like G.I. Joe: Retaliation, certainly felt more purposeful with him on board. As Johnson’s influence grew though, so did a less-than-stellar reputation. The actor and producer has become synonymous with public pandering and battles for creative control, particularly within DC’s tumultuous cinematic universe.
