John Goodman blames film critics for burying Digger before its release: "It kinda killed us"
The instant cult classic's box office failure "hurt" John Goodman, but he's been in this position many times before.
John Goodman expressed frustration that the movie "Digger" was buried before its release due to negative criticism from film critics. Speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Goodman claimed that the negative headlines, such as "This will only make $5," were a significant reason for people to avoid the film. He also noted that the confusing marketing efforts further confused potential ticket buyers, who were unsure if the movie was a secret musical.
Despite the financial struggles, Goodman maintains pride in his work, stating that he had a great time making the film and that it's a significant part of his career. He had previously faced similar criticism for his work with the Coen Brothers, which ultimately paid off in the long run. Goodman's experience with "Digger" suggests that it may have found its audience in the years to come, similar to other movies he has starred in that faced similar initial backlash but have later gained recognition.
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