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After a seven-year wait, The Mandalorian and Grogu hits theaters on May 22, 2026 with a 62% Rotten Tomatoes critic score and a divisive reception; the $165 million film is the Disney era’s cheapest Star Wars entry, underscoring the franchise’s pattern of mixed reactions between critics and audiences.
Early reviews for the 2025 Superman reboot are positive, with a high Rotten Tomatoes score of 90%, though audience opinions may vary once the film is widely released. Critics praise its faithfulness and chemistry, but historical patterns suggest audience reactions could differ, and the film is expected to perform well at the box office despite mixed perceptions.
Margot Robbie expressed her confusion over the poor box office performance of the 2022 film 'Babylon,' directed by Damien Chazelle, which grossed only $63 million worldwide against an $80 million budget. Despite its failure, Robbie enjoyed working on the project and speculated that the film might gain appreciation over time, similar to how 'The Shawshank Redemption' did. The film, set in Hollywood during the transition from silent to sound films, also starred Brad Pitt and Diego Calva.
Margot Robbie expressed her confusion over the negative reception of the film 'Babylon,' questioning why it was misunderstood and speculating that it might be appreciated more in the future.
Tom Hanks humorously criticized movie critics on the "Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend" podcast, calling them "cocksuckers" and arguing that time, rather than reviews, ultimately determines a film's success. He cited his 1996 film "That Thing You Do!" as an example, which was initially dismissed by critics but later became a cult classic. Hanks emphasized that a movie's lasting impact is more significant than its initial reception.
Director Ari Aster expresses disappointment with the reception of his film "Beau Is Afraid," stating that the audience was indifferent and failed to fully engage with the divisive movie. Aster highlights the buried elements and Easter eggs in the film that have yet to be discussed, expressing frustration that they went unnoticed. Despite the polarizing nature of the film, Aster hoped for a more enthusiastic response and regrets that it may have deterred people from watching it. He remains proud of the film and is reuniting with actor Joaquin Phoenix for his next project, a Western.