Acclaimed horror filmmaker Ari Aster has taken a bold stance against Marvel Studios, openly criticising their cinematic output. In a recent interview, the director behind Hereditary and Midsommar didn't mince words when discussing superhero films, particularly singling out the much-maligned Morbius.
'Morbius isn't just a bad film - it's a cry for help from an industry that's forgotten how to take risks,' Aster declared. The director's comments come amid growing debate about superhero fatigue and the dominance of franchise filmmaking.
The Marvel Machine Under Fire
Aster joins a growing chorus of filmmakers questioning Marvel's creative approach. 'When you see something like Morbius get made, then re-released, then become a meme, you have to wonder what we're doing as an industry,' he remarked.
The director, known for his psychologically complex horror films, suggested that Marvel's production model prioritises commerce over art: 'There's no room for authorship in that system. It's all about hitting marks and serving a brand.'
Aster's Vision for Cinema
While critical of mainstream blockbusters, Aster remains optimistic about film's future. 'Audiences are smarter than studios give them credit for,' he noted. 'They'll respond when you challenge them with original ideas.'
The director is currently preparing his next project, described as his most ambitious work yet. Whether this will sway his opinion on big-budget filmmaking remains to be seen.
