Shocking Revelation: Fifty Shades Of Grey Author Unveils True Thoughts About Christian
Discover the shocking truth behind the controversial character of Christian Grey in the Fifty Shades trilogy as the author reveals her candid thoughts on his problematic nature Explore how this popular series has aged poorly and delve into the reasons why it has become mentally exhausting
Years after her novels gained immense popularity, E.L. James candidly reveals her true sentiments towards Christian Grey from Fifty Shades of Grey. Originating in the author's Twilight-inspired novels, the love story between Christian and Anastasia Steele eventually made its way to the silver screen. While the movies proved to be financially successful for Universal, all three films received scathing criticism.
Over a decade since the release of her books, James opens up about the process of creating the enigmatic character of Christian while promoting her new book, The Missus, on Today.com. She acknowledges that despite the initial adoration many felt for Christian in the Fifty Shades trilogy, sustaining a relationship with him would pose significant challenges. Read the full quote below:
I think you'd have to have the patience of a saint to marry someone like Christian. I just find Christian mentally exhausting. Physically exhausting. Utterly exhausting.
Why The Fifty Shades Trilogy Aged So Poorly
Upon its release in 2012, Fifty Shades of Grey quickly became a sensational smash hit, captivating audiences with its unconventional blend of romance and mature themes. The success of the novel led to the publishing of two more books in the series, followed by the creation of a blockbuster movie trilogy starring Jamie Dornan as Christian and Dakota Johnson as Ana. Incredibly, despite a modest budget of $150 million, the trilogy grossed a staggering $1.3 billion at the global box office.
Despite its commercial success, the Fifty Shades trilogy never received favorable reviews from critics. The films were heavily criticized for romanticizing toxic relationships and portraying BDSM merely as a plot device. In particular, Christian's questionable actions and abusive behavior were disguised as romantic gestures due to his wealth.
With the passage of time and the diminishing hype surrounding the films, the public is now able to reassess them with a fresh perspective. Many viewers have come to realize the problematic nature of Ana and Christian's relationship. Even the actress, Johnson, admitted to conflicts with author James during the film production. James herself appears more open to reevaluating her work, perhaps influenced by the declining admiration for the Fifty Shades of Grey movies and books.
Source: Today.com
