Avengers director Joss Whedon is the latest alumnus of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to respond to Martin Scorsese’s criticisms of the franchise.
In a recent tweet, Joss Whedon responded to Martin Scorsese’s comparisons of Marvel films to theme park attractions. In the tweet, Joss Whedon cites Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn and his emotional involvement in bringing both of his films to life as a means of disagreement with Martin Scorsese’s sentiments.
You can read Avengers director Joss Whedon’s response to Martin Scorsese down below:
“It isn’t the cinema of human beings trying to convey emotional, psychological experiences to another human being.”
I first think of @JamesGunn, how his heart & guts are packed into GOTG. I revere Marty, & I do see his point, but…
Well there’s a reason why “I’m always angry”. https://t.co/Wh3ptU2KBp
— Joss Whedon (@joss) October 4, 2019
James Gunn, whom shared his thoughts on Martin Scorsese’s criticisms of Marvel movies also replied to Joss Whedon to express his gratitude for his sentiment:
❤️
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) October 4, 2019
Both Joss Whedon and James Gunn have a strong disagreement with Martin Scorsese’s thoughts on Marvel movies being considered cinema, but even with that in mind the two remain reverent of the legendary filmmaker’s work.
What do you make of Avengers director Joss Whedon’s response to Martin Scorsese? Do you agree with him or do you find yourself understanding Martin Scorsese’s perspective as well? Sound off in the comments below, and be sure to continue following Heroic Hollywood for all the latest news following Joss Whedon, Martin Scorsese and the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
Joss Whedon directed the first two Avengers films. Here is the synopsis for the latest film, Avengers: Endgame:
The grave course of events set in motion by Thanos that wiped out half the universe and fractured the Avengers ranks compels the remaining Avengers to take one final stand in Marvel Studios’ grand conclusion to twenty-two films, “Avengers: Endgame.”
Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, Avengers: Endgame stars Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Don Cheadle, Paul Rudd, Brie Larson, Karen Gillan, Danai Gurira, Benedict Wong, Jon Favreau, Bradley Cooper, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Josh Brolin.
Avengers: Endgame is now available on Digital HD, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD.
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