Blade Runner 2049 First Reactions Are In, And It Sounds Like We’re In For A Real Treat!
The pedigree behind Blade Runner 2049 is insane. Not only do you have original Blade Runner director Ridley Scott on board as producer, but you have Harrison Ford reprising his role in the film as well. Of course, you can’t downplay Ryan Gosling prowess that he brings to the story, but perhaps the best indicator of the film lies in its director.
Helming Blade Runner 2049 is Denis Villeneuve. He’s not a director many had heard of around the summer of last year, but following the release of his film Arrival, its success catapulted him to the next level. Between that film, and his older movies like Prisoners, Sicario, and Enemy, it was clear that this guy had the potential to become one of Hollywood’s strongest directors.
He seemed to be a good fit for Blade Runner 2049, considering its smart source material and his most recent smart take on sci-fi, but the pressure was high. Not only does Villeneuve have such a daunting track record (seriously, his movies only seem to get better with each one) that any filmmaker would be nervous to break, but Blade Runner is a film that’s gone on to be come one of the staples of sci-fi cinema. It would be no easy task to live up to hardcore sci-fi fans’ expectations
The film is a short couple weeks from release, and some lucky critics had a chance to check out the completed film…here are their reactions!
BLADE RUNNER 2049 is sci-fi masterpiece; the kind of deep-cut genre film we don't see anymore. Visually mind blowing, absolutely fantastic pic.twitter.com/A1d6ohmj3s
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) September 26, 2017
#BladeRunner2049 was one of the most mind-blowing films I've seen. It's breathtaking and transportive. Denis Villeneuve has a masterpiece.
— Jenna Busch (@JennaBusch) September 26, 2017
Denis Villeneuve is unquestionably one of the elite working directors & there's no excuse if Deakins doesn't win the Oscar #BladeRunner2049
— Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) September 26, 2017
BLADE RUNNER 2049: The thrill of mood and extensional joys of self-reflection. Villeneuve’s slow-burn obsessions have never felt more SEEN.
— Jason (@jasonosia) September 26, 2017
In terms of science fiction filmmaking and world-building, #BladeRunner2049 might be a masterpiece. I think I loved it. Want to see it again
— Drew Dietsch (@DrewDietsch) September 26, 2017
I've seen Blade Runner 2049 and it's FUCKING INCREDIBLE.
— Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) September 26, 2017
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#BladeRunner2049 is a rare sequel that actually improves on the original. Great Performances & Visually Breathtaking. Villeneuve nails it.
— Scott Menzel (@ScottDMenzel) September 26, 2017
Everyone bow down to Denis Villeneuve. He’s done the impossible and delivered a huge home run with 'Blade Runner 2049'. Loved it. pic.twitter.com/fjhAJgnwqT
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) September 26, 2017
You do not have to have seen the original ‘Blade Runner’ to watch ‘Blade Runner 2049’. But it will def make the film better if you have. pic.twitter.com/7Gjd7GnmpS
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) September 26, 2017
All I can say about BLADE RUNNER 2049 is…give Roger Deakins the Oscar now. Absolutely stunning visuals pic.twitter.com/OuKLcngoYz
— Jesse Hawken (@jessehawken) September 26, 2017
There are tons more to be seen across Twitter, but I couldn’t find a single negative tweet about this. That fact that I haven’t found is a real testament to the film’s quality, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Not only am I happy that the filmmakers managed to actually capture and expand on the tone and style of the original, but I’m also happy that Villeneuve’s track record will remain intact for the time being.
Let’s just hope that given the extensive budget behind the movie that it manages to actually do well with mainstream audiences. Should this one belly flop in theaters, it’ll only tell studios that audiences have no taste for smart science fiction stories, and that’s the last message we want to send their way. For those who have become frustrated with the predictability and safeness of today’s blockbusters, you have a responsibility to see this thing in theaters.
Blade Runner 2049 hits theaters on October 6, 2017.
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