Samuel L Jackson Blasts Critic

New York Times film critic A.O. Scott received a nice tongue-lashing via Twitter from Samuel L. Jackson. The iconic actor, who plays Nick Fury in most of Marvel’s comic-book films and currently in “The Avengers” tweeted the following: ”#Avengers fans,NY Times critic AO Scott needs a new job! Let’s help him find o0ne! One he can ACTUALLY do!”

Naturally, film critics are critical, hence the name. I have never agreed with film critics that don’t speak to the general audience. It’s evidenced by Transformers 2 overwhelming low critic rating. Sure, the film needed some work, but it still grossed a boat-load of cash, and everyone and their mom knew it would. I’m pretty sure Michael Bay didn’t care what the critics said when his movie grossed over $400 Million DOMESTICALLY. Story lines and better direction was taken for the third film and as a result, a great film and better critical acclaim.

rnNow I’ve read Mr. Scott’s movie review, and he definitely seems jaded over comic book films. He has a sarcastic mockery about what he’s saying, and isn’t subtle about his disdain for these types of films. Well, what do you expect man? At one point he said that the action is “skull-assaulting”. Dude, seriously? It’s a COMIC BOOK film. People that go to see these movies understand fully what they’re going to see. It seems as if he has a problem with the fact that people actually enjoy this style of entertainment. I hope he understands that not ever film can be an Oscar film. The general public know what they want to see, and that’s why the exit polls are so favorable. He also goes on to say that this is just a giant ATM for Marvel and Disney. Um… no shit? Isn’t that the point of studios? Last I checked, they were running a business and isn’t the point of business to earn a profit?

rnWith all that said, I’ll give you a review of this film that’s easy to understand. The film is awesome. Chock full of action, and you get to see all your favorite characters work together, be placed in uncomfortable situations, and ultimate do what they do best, kick ass. It’s a smart script; all the characters have their moments to shine, and the dialogue is witty and flows. It’s a big challenge to take all those characters and have conversations that propel the story forward in a meaningful yet fun way. Joss Whedon pulls it off. The action is spectacular, and it’s a adrenaline-filled thrill ride. It’s not as dark at “The Dark Knight”, it’s not as child-friendly as say, “Up”, but it’s a film that comic-book fans, children, adults, and everyone in between can enjoy. You’re not getting raw, emotional performances. You’re getting spectacle. All of that worth an $18.7 Million midnight showing. We’ll see how the weekend shapes up. Will Harry Potter fall at the hands of a bunch of superheroes?
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