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Affleck Defends 'Digger': Studios Will Make 'Shitty' Movies
16 Oct
Summary
- Ben Affleck criticizes 'Digger' detractors, calls them bullies.
- Affleck warns critics that trashing films leads to bad movies.
- Hathaway also praised 'Digger', rating it 10/10.
Ben Affleck has voiced his support for the Tom Cruise film 'Digger,' which is facing significant challenges at the box office. Affleck appeared on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast, describing the movie as a brave and ambitious effort. He cautioned that public criticism and dismissal of films like 'Digger' could lead Hollywood studios to prioritize making less original and more formulaic "shitty" movies.
Affleck likened the negative reception to high-school bullying, noting that some critics hadn't even seen the film. He argued that 'Digger,' directed by Alejandro G. Inarritu, is an interesting movie made by talented people. The film tells the story of an oil baron dealing with an impending global catastrophe stemming from a malfunctioning rig in Antarctica.
This defense follows a similar endorsement from actress Anne Hathaway, who also praised 'Digger' after its difficult opening. Hathaway, who has been rumored to be working with Cruise on a 'Days of Thunder' sequel, published a highly positive review on Letterboxd. She described the film as brilliant, smart, trippy, aggressive, funny, and ambitious, urging viewers to see it and decide for themselves, awarding it a 10/10.
