So the Scott Pilgrim Movie Bob-Ombed (Sorry)
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If the Internet seems a bit grumpier than usual this morning, it’s because that Scott Pilgrim vs. the World opened in fifth place over the weekend. To say that the film’s $10.5 million take is disappointing is an understatement, but it is also another example of how a fanboy-centered property does not translate to box office success. (Something Watchmen fans know all to well). So the question on the table here is why do you think it opened so poorly? Too much hype? Was Edgar Wright’s stylistic choices too much for mainstream audiences to bear? How many cult properties can Michael Cera involve himself with? Everyone knew that The Expendables and Eat Pray Love were tough competition, but surely it seemed strong over to open in third place at the lowest. Cinema Blend has some worthwhile opinions on why the film failed financially. Rob will have his thoughts on the film when he returns tomorrow, until then if you want to listen to “Garbage Truck” on repeat and sob softly for the rest of the day I totally understand.
About The Author
Chris Cummins is a pop culture writer and Archie comics historian who has contributed to The Robot's Voice, Den of Geek US, Philebrity, Geekadelphia, Uproxx, and Unicorn Booty. He is the co-producer and co-host of Nerd Nite Philadelphia, and is regularly involved in producing and hosting New York Super Week events. In 2014, Chris began Sci-Fi Explosion, a mix of live performance, trivia and funny clips celebrating the weirdest in science fiction that regularly travels around the United States. He wrote the introductions to the compilations Archie's Favorite Comics From The Vault and (with Paul Castiglia) Archie's Favorite High School Stories. You can find Chris on Twitter at @bionicbigfoot and @scifiexplosion.