The Russo Brothers have weighed in on Martin Scorsese’s criticisms of Marvel movies, explaining their own definition of what they think “cinema” is.
Just when it seemed like the conversation about Martin Scorsese’s criticisms of Marvel movies had died down, the Russo Brothers explained their stance on the situation, discussing how they see cinema. Martin Scorsese expanded his thoughts on Marvel movies in the New York Times, explaining that they are like theme park rides — which isn’t an unfair comparison, but many fans and filmmakers disagreed with the director’s opinion.
After helming the biggest comic book movie of the year, the Russo Brothers discussed their stance on Martin Scorsese’s criticisms in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. They explained that to them, cinema is something that brings people together in a shared love of a film, rather than just being visually and thematically brilliant. The Russo Brothers also added that ‘nobody owns cinema.” Although Martin Scorsese would probably disagree, since he previously mentioned that large superhero blockbusters like Marvel movies don’t leave room for smaller independent films. Take a look at what the Russo Brothers said about Martin Scorsese’s views on Marvel movies below.
“Ultimately, we define cinema as a film that can bring people together to have a shared, emotional experience. The other way to think about it, too, is nobody owns cinema. We don’t own cinema. You don’t own cinema. Scorsese doesn’t own cinema.”
What are your thoughts on the Russo Brothers’ definition of cinema and their argument against Martin Scorsese’s comments? Tell us in the comments!
Here is the synopsis for 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.
Source: THR
