Internet culture and memes are accused by Emma Roberts of being the cause for the underperformance of Madame Web movie.
In the world of superhero movies, "Madame Web" has become one of the most talked-about films of 2024. Unfortunately, the discussions surrounding it are not entirely positive. The movie, directed by S.J. Clarkson (known for her work on shows like "Orange Is The New Black" and "Jessica Jones"), faced criticism from both audiences and critics, with many predicting it would be one of the worst releases of the year based on snippets from the trailer.
Despite the negative reception, the female leads, Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney, initially showed interest in the project. However, they declined their roles due to concerns about the script. Johnson, in a recent interview, attributed the movie's failure to a lack of creativity and the impact of committee-made choices, reflecting broader internet and fan culture influences. She did not blame herself or the cast, implying that the negative perception and reception—including memes and internet culture—contributed to its downfall.
Emma Roberts, who also starred in the film, did not explicitly blame internet culture and memes for the film’s failure. However, she suggested that if it weren't for internet culture, the reception of "Madame Web" might have been different.
The criticism faced by "Madame Web" was not limited to its storyline or characters. Critics cited bad editing, an atrocious script, a questionable structure, and lethargic performances by the lead actors as reasons for their bad reviews. Despite these issues, the movie managed to break even at the box office.
In a surprising turn of events, Zendaya, who plays Spider-Man's love interest in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, sneaked in a Spider-Man reference in her song "Challengers." However, Johnson, during the movie's promo, did not name a single Tom Holland Spider-Man movie, fueling speculation about the relationship between the two franchises.
Emma Roberts, who starred as a supporting character in "Madame Web", argued that the movie flopped due to internet culture. While this assertion is subjective, it highlights the power of online opinion and its potential to shape the narrative around a film.
In the end, "Madame Web" serves as a reminder of the significant influence internet culture can have on the perception and reception of a film. As we move forward, it will be interesting to see how filmmakers navigate this landscape and create stories that resonate with audiences while also staying true to their creative vision.
[1] Johnson, D. (2024). Interview with Dakota Johnson about "Madame Web." Rolling Stone. [2] Roberts, E. (2024). Interview with Emma Roberts about "Madame Web" and the impact of internet culture. Vanity Fair. [3] Anonymous (2024). Behind the Scenes of "Madame Web": A Look at the Criticisms and Controversies. The Hollywood Reporter.
- "Dakota Johnson, in her interview with Rolling Stone, attributes the negative reception and downfall of 'Madame Web' to a lack of creativity and the influence of internet and fan culture."
- "Emma Roberts, in her interview with Vanity Fair, suggests that 'Madame Web' might have received a different reception if not for internet culture."
