John Goodman blames bad reviews for Digger's failure
A.V. Club • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Goodman expressed that negative reviews for the film "Digger" were painful and significantly impacted its success before release, citing discouraging headlines that deterred potential viewers.
- He criticized movie critics for their harshness, contrasting their treatment of "Digger" with their favorable reviews of Marvel and DC films, though he acknowledged difficulty in handling negative feedback as he ages.
- Despite critical backlash, Goodman remains proud of his work on "Digger," valuing the experience and believing the film will endure and gain recognition over time.
- Goodman compared "Digger" to his previous collaborations with the Coen Brothers and other initially unsuccessful films like "Speed Racer," which later developed cult followings, suggesting "Digger" is on a similar trajectory.
- The film has already been reappraised and found an audience post-release, indicating ongoing discussion and appreciation for "Digger" will continue.
