‘Digger’ First Reactions Split Over Tom Cruise’s ‘Baffling,’ ‘Unpleasant’ and ‘Brave’ New Movie: ‘The Divide on This Is Going to Be Wide’
Tom Cruise’s star vehicle “Digger” has finally been unveiled to members of the film press, who have been left divided by the satirical black comedy. The latest directorial effort from “Birdman” and “The Revenant” Oscar winner Alejandro González Iñárritu is being called everything from “baffling” to “unpleasant” to “fascinating stuff.” Most film journalists seem to […]
Tom Cruise's latest film, "Digger," has been receiving mixed reactions from critics following its first press screenings. While some praise Cruise's performance and the pairing with director Alejandro Iñárritu, others find the film ambitious, messy and strange. Scott Menzel described the experience as "engaging and one of a kind," while Clayton Davis called it "incredibly divisive."
Despite its flaws, the production design and cinematography are praised, with Sophie Wilde's performance standing out. However, some critics, like Mike Ryan and Joey Magidson, express frustration with the film's plot choices and overall execution. The film is set to release in the U.S. on October 2.
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