We know one thing about Brian Cox: he doesn’t hesitate to express his opinions. Cox always has something fascinating to say, whether he’s reminiscing about his early years in Dundee or ruling the room as the vicious Logan Roy on HBO’s ‘Succession‘.
Now that ‘Deadpool & Wolverine‘ movie is here, Cox is thinking and voicing some very pointed opinions. Having previously portrayed William Stryker Jr., the man who “created” Wolverine in ‘X2: X-Men United,’ Cox has brought a distinct viewpoint to superhero flicks.
Brain Cox’s Critique: Cinema’s “Party Time” With ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
Brian Cox didn’t hold back during a recent panel at the Edinburgh International Film Festival (via THR) as he candidly shared his concerns about the current state of cinema. “I think cinema is in a very bad way. I think it’s lost its place because of, partly, the grandiose element between Marvel, DC, and all of that,” Cox said, directly referencing ‘Deadpool & Wolverine‘ as an example of what he calls “cinematic party time.”
Cox is no stranger to the superhero world, having played a key role in the ‘X-Men‘ franchise. He pointed out that while these movies are undoubtedly successful at the box office, they’re also contributing to what he believes is the “dilution” of the art form.
“It’s just become party time for certain actors to do this stuff,” he remarked, referring to the film’s stars, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. “They make a lot of money. You can’t knock it,” he admitted, but the underlying concern is clear: is Hollywood prioritizing profit over substance?
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The Changing Landscape Of Cinema And Brian Cox’s Vision For The Future
Brian Cox’s criticism doesn’t end with superhero movies. He’s also deeply concerned about the direction the film industry is heading in, especially for younger actors. Reflecting on the changes he’s witnessed over the years, Cox lamented the loss of personal connection in the casting process.
“Now, they want every young actor or actress to make their own self-tapes. They’ve got to make it without actually meeting anybody,” Cox said. He described the current system as “disgusting” and harmful to the development of new talent.
Despite his critiques, Cox remains passionate about the industry and is even working on his own directorial debut, which he described as “a love letter to Scotland.” He was quick to point out that while directors need to guide a project, they shouldn’t micromanage. Cox explained, “control is the death of any art form.”
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