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Ridley Scott acknowledges that he doesn't like the movies being made today and that he only watches one kind of movie

In a recent talk at the BFI Southbank in London, acclaimed director Ridley Scott shared his critical view on the current state of the film industry. At 86 years old, Scott, known for masterpieces like Alien, Blade Runner, and Gladiator, was not complacent when evaluating the large volume of films being produced today. According to him, “the number of films being made today, literally worldwide: millions. Most of them are garbage.” The director of Alien and Gladiator is not in the mood for such nonsense Scott emphasized that many of these productions […]

In a recent talk at the BFI Southbank in London, acclaimed director Ridley Scott shared his critical view on the current state of the film industry. At 86 years old, Scott, known for masterpieces like Alien, Blade Runner, and Gladiator, was not complacent when evaluating the large volume of films being produced today. According to him, “the number of films being made today, literally worldwide: millions. Most of them are garbage.”

The director of Alien and Gladiator is not up for so much nonsense

Scott emphasized that many of these productions rely too heavily on digital effects, undermining the fundamental aspect of any film: a good script. “What they lack is something good on paper. Put it on paper!”, he concluded, underscoring his belief that creating strong stories is essential for the art of filmmaking.

The director also addressed the issue of the public’s consumption of mediocre products. He stated that the audience has become accustomed to accepting a lower standard in cinema, thus contributing to “a sinking into mediocrity.” However, despite his criticism of the current landscape, Scott expressed his unwavering enthusiasm for cinema. “I’m not going to retire. I’m already trying to write Gladiator 3,” he declared, showing his ongoing commitment to the industry.

A personal strategy to cope with the current saturation of mediocrity is to rewatch one’s own films, which, according to him, surprises him at times. This reflection not only reveals Scott’s passion for his work but also his desire to raise the standard of cinema in an era where quantity seems to prevail over quality. As he progresses on Gladiator 3, the anticipation for his next project is intense, especially given his strong criticisms of the state of contemporary cinema.

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There is very little time left for the series of this masterpiece of science fiction to arrive on Amazon

Amazon Studios is finalizing the post-production of the highly anticipated miniseries ‘Blade Runner 2099’, which will premiere in 2026. The news has been confirmed by Laura Lancaster, head of development at the company, who has not provided specific details about the plot or the synopsis of the project, keeping much of the information under strict confidentiality. Do androids still dream of electric sheep? This new series is set 80 years after the iconic original ‘Blade Runner’ film and 50 years after the acclaimed sequel directed by Denis Villeneuve. The story follows Cora, a character played by […]

Amazon Studios is finalizing the post-production of the highly anticipated miniseries ‘Blade Runner 2099’, which will premiere in 2026. The news has been confirmed by Laura Lancaster, head of development at the company, who has not provided specific details about the plot or the synopsis of the project, keeping much of the information under strict confidentiality.

Do androids still dream of electric sheep?

This new series is set 80 years after the iconic original ‘Blade Runner’ film and 50 years after the acclaimed sequel directed by Denis Villeneuve. The story follows Cora, a character played by Hunter Schaffer, who assumes a final identity to ensure a stable future for her brother. Cora teams up with Olwen, a blade runner played by the Oscar-winning Michelle Yeoh, suggesting a focus on the dynamic between the two characters in a complex and dystopian futuristic world.

The main cast is completed with other actors such as Dimitri Abold, Lewis Gribben, Katelyn Rose Downey, and Daniel Rigby. Participation from recurring actors such as Johnny Harris, Amy Lennox, Sheila Atim, and Matthew Needham has also been confirmed.

‘Blade Runner 2099’ is created by Silka Luisa, and the first two episodes are directed by Jonathan van Tulleken. Since its announcement nearly three years ago, the project has faced multiple delays, especially due to the strikes in Hollywood in 2023, leading to high expectations surrounding its development and the future of this beloved film franchise.

While there are rumors that the plot will delve into themes of identity and what it means to be human in a technology-controlled world, an official statement is still awaited to clarify more details about this intriguing return to the ‘Blade Runner’ universe.

According to one of the greatest film critics in history, Blade Runner is not bad, but this other science fiction movie is the true masterpiece of the genre

Blade Runner, released in 1982 and directed by Ridley Scott, is considered one of the most influential works in the history of science fiction cinema. However, its initial reception was quite cold, with critics labeling it as “science fiction pornography” due to its slow pace. Over the decades, the film has found its place in popular culture, becoming a reference for many filmmakers. Despite its flaws at its release, the influence of Blade Runner is undeniable. Dark City, a film unknown to the general public In contrast, Dark City, […]

Blade Runner, released in 1982 and directed by Ridley Scott, is considered one of the most influential works in the history of science fiction cinema. However, its initial reception was quite cold, with critics labeling it as “science fiction pornography” due to its slow pace. Over the decades, the film has found its place in popular culture, becoming a reference for many filmmakers. Despite its flaws at the time of its release, the influence of Blade Runner is undeniable.

Dark City, a movie unknown to the general public

In contrast, Dark City, directed by Alex Proyas and released in 1998, went unnoticed at the time of its release. Although it did not have the same commercial impact as Blade Runner or The Matrix, critics have reevaluated this film as a masterpiece of the genre. Roger Ebert, one of the most renowned film critics, advocated for Dark City, noting that its art direction and special effects provided a unique cinematic experience, even surpassing Blade Runner in some aspects.

The 1990s was a productive period for science fiction cinema, marked by innovative films like Gattaca, 12 Monkeys, and Men in Black. However, Dark City was released before The Matrix, and although its thematic roots were similar, it failed to resonate with the audience. The film tells the story of John Murdoch, a man who wakes up with no memory in a dystopian world, a premise that is becoming increasingly familiar to genre enthusiasts.

Ebert praised Dark City for its ability to spark the viewer’s imagination, comparing it to classic works like Metropolis and 2001: A Space Odyssey. For him, the film not only explores a futuristic city but also delves into unknown territories, expanding the boundaries of what we can conceive in science fiction cinema.

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Elon Musk truly believes that Blade Runner is the name of the character in the movie

“It’s a personal armed vehicle from the future – What Bladerunner would have driven”

Year 1982. Ridley Scott releases ‘Blade Runner,’ a film destined to become the new major reference in science fiction, in which Harrison Ford played Rick Deckard, whose affiliation with the world of humans or replicants would last until our days. Year 2023. Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, says on his own social media that Blade Runner is the protagonist of ‘Blade Runner’.

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Runner. Don Blade Runner.

Elon Musk desperately wants us to love him. It’s not news: the tycoon and director of Twitter (the social network we will never call X) has been trying for a long time to show that he is incredibly funny, although it has become quite clear that his attempts have been futile.

It all started with a rather ridiculous tweet from Tesla indicating that their new car, the absurd and very American Cybertruck, possibly the ugliest thing ever created by man, could withstand an arrow without damage. Oh, yes, finally a way to defend ourselves from the archers plaguing our highways.

Musk replied, fearlessly embracing the ridiculousness, “It’s a personal armored vehicle of the future – what Bladerunner would drive.” Of course, the highlighted comments are all from people admiring his wit and his car, but the community notes reveal the truth: “His name is Rick Deckard, idiot”; “In the movies, Blade Runner is a profession, not an individual. The Cybertruck has also not announced any flying capabilities, making navigation in the Blade Runner universe problematic, so it would be an impractical choice.”

Nothing new under the sun, showing us that having money doesn’t usually equate to being incredibly astute. Masterful gambit, sir.

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Blade Runner’s Legacy Continues: Unconventional New Installment Makes Waves in a Different Format

Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth develops the events that we saw in Blade Runner: Black Lotus and that would lead us to Blade Runner 2049.

Blade Runner has been expanding its universe in recent years even beyond the cinema. Although it has never really taken off, like the original film, all the works that have appeared have become cult works. And now, in an effort to expand its universe and perhaps break the curse of not being able to achieve a resounding commercial success, Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth has been announced. A Blade Runner videogame.

The game is being developed by Annapurna Interactive and is being developed by Chelsea Hash, who has previously worked on games such as Solar Ash or What Remains or Edith Finch, as well as the virtual art exhibition Kid A Mnesia Exhibition. The trailer shows a character manipulating a cylindrical memory orb, similar to the ones we saw in Blade Runner 2049, which are used to create artificial memories in the Replicants. Afterwards, this character flips between different spaces that are blurring into each other.

Clearly associated with Blade Runner and particularly Blade Runner 2049, this is the first Blade Runner game in 25 years. The previous one was a game called Blade Runner, released in 1997, which was a point-and-click adventure game that had a remastered version in 2022 that can only be described as disastrous.

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With no release date announced at the moment, we only know that it will be released on PC and consoles and that the events of the game will take place between the original Blade Runner, Blade Runner 2049 and the anime Blade Runner: Black Lotus, from 2021, which takes place just a year earlier, in 2032, and whose main event, the great blackout, is named in the synopsis of the game. Because thanks to the synopsis appearing on the game’s Steam page, we know a specific detail of what Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth will be about – what does a Blade Runner do when there are no Replicators left to hunt? And whatever the answer, at least the question, it intrigues us enough to want to know more.

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