The Crow’s Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score is Huge Compared to that of Critics

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The Crow's Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score is Huge Compared to that of Critics

As a cinephile with over three decades of film-watching under my belt, I’ve seen enough movies to know that not every remake or reimagining lives up to its predecessor. The latest adaptation of “The Crow” is no exception. After the initial wave of negative reviews from critics, I was skeptical. But, after watching it myself, I must admit that I found it to be a surprisingly enjoyable watch.

Initially, The Crow received harsh criticism from film critics but audiences have given it a warmer reception. Before its release in cinemas, the movie’s poor reviews were revealed, earning it a dismal 6% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes. However, this rating has since risen to 21%, which is significantly lower than the 65% rating of the Popcornmeter that audiences seem to prefer.

Despite facing harsh criticism following its trailers and promotional materials, it appears that the adage “Don’t judge a book by its cover” applies here, as many viewers have found pleasure in the Bill Skarsgård-starring film. While some argue that the new take on The Crow doesn’t live up to the 1994 Brandon Lee film, they concede that this doesn’t necessarily make it a poor movie.

Despite some persisting opinions that the film “The Crow” should have been cut back significantly before its release, critics often described it as dull, boring, or overly focused on violent action scenes rather than the heart of the story. It’s clear that this movie wasn’t made to win everyone over. However, it seems that it might have managed to dodge being a box office flop.

The Crow Was Never Intending to Compete With the 1994 Version

The Crow's Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score is Huge Compared to that of CriticsThe Crow's Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score is Huge Compared to that of CriticsThe Crow's Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score is Huge Compared to that of CriticsThe Crow's Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score is Huge Compared to that of Critics

One ongoing challenge for the new adaptation of “The Crow,” initially a cult classic from 1994 based on the 1989 comics, is its association with that earlier film. Although the storyline remains consistent, the creative team behind this new version emphasizes that their goal isn’t to recreate Brandon Lee’s movie, but instead to reinterpret the original comic book character in a fresh and unique way.

In a chat with People prior to the film’s premiere, Skarsgård acknowledged that assuming a role that would inevitably be compared to Lee’s was an intimidating challenge. However, he emphasized that this movie didn’t strive to surpass its predecessor; instead, it stands as a unique entity on its own. In his words:

“I understand that I’m not replacing the original actor who wore those shoes. The legendary portrayal, the unfortunate event in Brandon’s life, have been significant influences. For me, it was about treating this role like any other job: figuring out the story and ensuring it is given its due justice. We weren’t re-making that movie; our intention was different. I believe the original movie and performance are legendary and should be respected as is. I’m glad we attempted to create something unique with it.”

It appears that many viewers watching The Crow in theaters this weekend have chosen to evaluate the film independently, without constantly comparing it to its predecessors. In general, this approach has led to a more pleasurable viewing experience.

Currently, “The Crow” is playing in theaters. If you’d like to watch the 1994 version, it’s available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV+.

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2024-08-24 18:32