Martin Scorsese is one of the biggest names in the film industry. His opinions carry great weight across the industry, and his movies are some of the best ever to grace the silver screen. He has been a staple in Hollywood for years. On the opposite end of the spectrum, you have newcomer Ari Aster. He made his directorial debut in 2018, and fans, critics, and peers in the industry have lauded his movies. His latest film, Eddington, is slated to hit theaters this weekend, and Scorsese gave it his stamp of approval.
Martin Scorsese On Ari Aster’s Eddington
The film is set in the fictional town of Eddington, New Mexico, and focuses on a conflict between the local sheriff (Joaquin Phoenix) and the mayor (Pedro Pascal). It is set during the Covid-19 pandemic which causes many disagreements between people in the town. The reviews have been mixed from some critics, but Martin Scorsese can’t get enough of the film. In a New York Times article, he gave a glowing review.
“[Eddington] dives right into the side of American life that many people can’t bear to look at or even acknowledge — no one wants to listen to anyone else, which is frightening.”
Scorsese praised the realistic look at how social and emotional conflicts can quickly get out of control, causing people to say and do things out of the ordinary. Aster confronts uncomfortable truths about American life during the pandemic. The legendary director loved that Aster wasn’t afraid to explore this type of conflict.
All-Star Cast
The cast of Eddington helps bring the film to life. Phoenix and Pascal have each starred in blockbuster movies over the past decade. Two-time Oscar winner Emma Stone, Oscar nominee Austin Butler, Luke Grimes, Deirdre O’Connell, and Michael Ward play supporting roles. While movies like Superman and Fantastic Four: First Steps will get a lot of the attention this summer, movies like this can quickly become cult classics.
Final Thoughts
Getting praise from Martin Scorsese has to feel great. Aster has burst onto the Hollywood scene in the past half-decade. He has started to branch out into different genres, showcasing his range for directing. If he can keep this up, his films will become must-sees at the box office.
