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Disney's Moana live-action remake rakes in critics' ire, signaling reboot fatigue
Critics panned Disney's live-action Moana remake, calling it purposeless and lifeless and even likening it to AI-generated content; early reviews pointed to a weak Rotten Tomatoes score, while the beloved original’s status and the film’s box-office potential raise questions about the future of Disney's live-action revivals.
Critics Dismiss Disney's Moana Live-Action as Soulless and Pointless
Disney’s live‑action Moana has been met with sweeping critical backlash, described as soulless, lifeless, and pointless, with a Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score around 36% vs. 95% for the 2016 animated film. Critics argue the near-shot-for-shot remake revisits a decade-old hit too soon and that heavy CGI strips the original’s heart. A handful of outlets (Variety, Hollywood Reporter, RogerEbert.com) offered more forgiving takes praising visuals or Laga’aia’s performance, but the overall reception could influence Disney’s remake strategy. Box office remains a key question, as remakes have sometimes topped $1 billion, and Moana would need roughly $900 million worldwide to match the original’s impact.
Moana Live-Action Criticized as a Rehash Ahead of July 10 Release
Disney's live-action Moana opens July 10 to heavy critical backlash, currently at 31% on Rotten Tomatoes from 48 reviews with remarks that it lacks inventiveness and largely mirrors the 2016 film; audiences have not yet weighed in, while the film is projected to debut around $85 million domestically.
Taylor Sheridan fires back at critics and studio chiefs in blunt podcast rant
In a candid Bill Simmons Podcast interview, Taylor Sheridan blasts critics and Hollywood executives, saying he doesn’t care what critics think and that his aim is to move and entertain audiences rather than win Emmys. He criticizes executives as out of touch, reminisces about a rougher, more open studio era, and notes his shows (including Yellowstone and its Dutton Ranch universe) have been largely shut out by awards bodies. He also says he’ll never return to Los Angeles unless it secedes from the union, praising New York instead as a more resilient hub for his work.
Sheridan: Critics Don’t Define Success — I’m Here to Move Viewers
Taylor Sheridan said on The Bill Simmons Podcast that he doesn’t care what critics think and even admits to “rage baiting” them on purpose; his goal isn’t Emmys but to move, provoke, and entertain viewers with shows like Yellowstone and its spinoffs, and he has built a TV empire with a reported NBCUniversal deal worth over $1 billion.
Taylor Sheridan Fires Back at Critics in Explosive Interview
Taylor Sheridan, Yellowstone’s co-creator, blasts critics in a profane interview, saying he doesn’t care what critics think and even uses rage-bait; he also condemns endless rewrites by studio executives, confirms a move from Paramount to NBCUniversal with a deal potentially worth up to $1 billion, and unveils a co-authored prison-survival book with Simon & Schuster.
Taylor Sheridan: Not chasing Emmys, critics and executives beware
Taylor Sheridan told Bill Simmons on his Wyoming ranch that he isn’t aiming to win Emmys and isn’t swayed by critics or executives. He described using rage-bait at times (notably around Demi Moore in Landman), explained how he plots endings in advance, and said Paramount’s development apparatus has evolved since he signed on. He also revealed he’s leaving Paramount for an NBCUniversal deal reportedly worth up to $1 billion starting in 2029 and expressed a preference for New York over Los Angeles while promoting his new book, How Not to Die in Prison (co-written with Tom Nelson).
Fans Boost Supergirl as Audience Score Surpasses Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Rotten Tomatoes shows a higher audience rating for Supergirl than critic reviews, signaling stronger fan reception than professional consensus.
Universal Bets on Critics, Skips Influencer Screenings for The Odyssey
Universal will skip the usual word-of-mouth influencer screenings for Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, instead debuting the film to professional critics after its July 6 world premiere in London, ahead of the July 17 release, signaling a move away from influencer-driven pre-release buzz.
Sweeney Defends Cassie’s Complex Arc as Euphoria Reaches Its End
In a Variety interview, Sydney Sweeney discusses Cassie’s complex evolution in Euphoria Season 3—from her marriage to Nate and a financial spiral to the dramatic Attack of the 50 Foot Woman moment—addressing backlash over Cassie’s sexuality, praising collaboration with Sam Levinson, noting Rue’s death twist, and saying the show will likely age well beyond today’s controversy, while admitting she’ll never be fully satisfied with Cassie’s ending.
Sweeney Delivers Three-Word Clapback at Euphoria Critics
Sydney Sweeney addressed critics of Euphoria with a concise three-word comeback, signaling she won’t engage further and would rather focus on her work.
A Quiet Cannes, Loud Cinema: Critics’ Top 20 Picks
Variety’s Cannes critics pick 20 standout titles from the 2026 festival, highlighting bold international cinema—from Hamaguchi’s All of a Sudden and Grisebach’s The Dreamed Adventure to Club Kid, Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean and Rehearsals for a Revolution—showing that a quieter Cannes still delivered high-impact, diverse storytelling across genres and voices.
Star Wars Faces a Critical Backlash as Franchise Reframes Its Future
Early reviews for The Mandalorian & Grogu are largely negative, with some outlets offering mild praise; the $165M film is tracking around $80–95M opening, the first Star Wars release in seven years, amid Lucasfilm leadership changes, fueling questions about the franchise's cinematic future.
Critics Split On The Mandalorian and Grogu as Star Wars Movie Rolls Out
Early reactions to Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu are mixed: critics find it entertaining but largely underwhelming, with Rotten Tomatoes hovering around 62% from about 50 reviews and many outlets describing the film as thinner and more TV-like than a true big-screen entry. While a few opinions are warmer, the consensus leans toward a safe, crowd-pleasing outing that signals the franchise is in need of a stronger direction. Directed by Jon Favreau with contributions from Dave Filoni and Noah Kloor, the film stars Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver and is set to release globally on May 22, aiming to bridge the gap between the original films and the TV era of Star Wars.