The debate Martin Scorsese has started over whether or not superhero films should be considered as cinema seems to be far from over with the Black Panther himself now sharing his two cents on the issue. In a recent interview with BBC, Chadwick Boseman started off with recognizing Scorsese's legendary place in the industry but also highlighted a probable reason behind the famed director's criticism of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
"I have to respect his opinion because he's a genius at what he does," he said. "At the same time, you've got to think about when he's saying it. He's saying it when he's possibly campaigning for an award. He's saying it at a time when he's making a Netflix movie, so that's how eyes get on his film and it's not going to be in the cinemas."
He further elaborated on how Scorsese's timing felt a little too convenient and that he seems to be "speaking to his advantage." As for the director's comment on how he feels that MCU films lack "mystery" after an attempt at watching one of its films, Boseman also had this to say: "The mystery that Scorsese is talking about, it's in Black Panther. And I think the funny thing about it is if he saw Black Panther, he didn't get that. He didn't get that there was this feeling of being unsure. There was this feeling of not knowing what was gonna happen, that black people feel. Cause we never had a superhero like this before."
Boseman further described Black Panther as something cultural and generational, hence the possible disconnect with Scorsese. Nonetheless, the actor did not take any offense and simply stated that Scorsese's comments did not bother him and that he feels "secure" in what he has done playing T'Challa.
Wise words from our King, indeed. The question remains, however, if this will be the last word regarding this on-going debate.
Martin Scorsese's The Irishman is expected to be available for streaming on Netflix this coming November 27. Meanwhile, Black Panther 2 premieres on May 6, 2022.
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