Chris Hemsworth Claps Back at MCU Critics in an Epic Way

Chris Hemsworth has expressed his disappointment with the criticism directed towards the Marvel Cinematic Universe by renowned directors Quentin Tarantino and Martin Scorsese. The franchise has faced a significant amount of scrutiny from both fans and critics in recent times, particularly after a somewhat inconsistent Phase 4. Hemsworth, whose role in Thor: Love and Thunder was heavily criticized, feels particularly affected by such comments. In an interview with GQ, he described Tarantino and Scorsese as his heroes, and expressed sadness at the prospect of not being able to work with them. Despite this, Hemsworth acknowledged the importance of the MCU in keeping audiences engaged with cinema. He also highlighted his distaste for the culture of criticism within the arts industry, citing its fragile nature.

That's disheartening to hear. It seems like I won't have the opportunity to collaborate with two of my idols. Perhaps they're not fond of me. Nevertheless, I am grateful to have been a part of projects that kept audiences engaged in cinema. As for whether or not those films had a negative impact on other films, I cannot say for sure. It's unfortunate that we feel the need to scrutinize each other in an industry that is already so fragile. I don't want to direct this comment towards the filmmakers who made those statements - they are still my heroes and I would eagerly work with them again. Rather, I want to address the larger conversation surrounding this issue.

Why Tarantino & Scorsese Look Down On The MCU

Despite being a former Marvel fan himself, Tarantino has voiced his dislike for the current state of Marvel movies. He acknowledges that if the movies had been released during his twenties, he would have enjoyed them, but he believes there is a problem with how they currently stand. Tarantino has been an interesting case in the ongoing criticism surrounding the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

High-profile Hollywood directors, including Tarantino and Scorsese, have expressed their concern about the dominance of Marvel movies in the industry. They feel that other types of films are being overlooked and that Marvel movies are the only ones generating excitement among both fans and studios. Scorsese famously claimed that Marvel movies were not cinema and compared them to theme parks, arguing that they lacked the emotional depth that he associates with true cinema. While both Scorsese and Tarantino acknowledge the appeal of the MCU, they hope that it will not be the only genre of film that gets made.

Source: GQ