“Why don’t superhero movies have better stories?”
Scott is a prolific director with several dozen big films to his name. His most recent work is The Last Duel starring Jodie Comer, Adam Driver, and Matt Damon, in a film that’s set in medieval France. Meanwhile, Scott’s next film, the Lady Gaga-led House of Gucci, will release in theaters on November 24, 2021. After House of Gucci, fans can look forward to watching Joaquin Phoenix take on the role of Napoleon Bonaparte on Kitbag for Apple TV+. In a recent interview with Deadline where Scott was asked about his most recent projects, the Alien director had some pretty choice words when the topic suddenly transitioned to superhero movies. According to Scott, superhero movies are “f$#%ing boring as shit”. He adds that the “scripts are not any f#$%ing good” while also claiming that he’s done “three great scripted superhero movies”. Of course, everyone is entitled to their own opinion, Scott so since his examples are very valid. Scott considers Alien, Gladiator, and Blade Runner as examples of what he referred to as “great scripted superhero movies”. Unfortunately, neither of the said films are superhero movies. Alien belongs in the sci-fi horror genre while Gladiator is an epic historical drama. You could argue that Blade Runner comes close, but it’s more of a sci-fi film. With that said, Scott is free to think all he wants. Even if not everyone might not agree with his thoughts, his statement is well worth discussing. For now, fans can look forward to House of Gucci on November 24 and Gladiator 2, the latter of which is set to enter production within the next few years.
