Fast and Furious 10: Michelle Rodriguez has been under fire for her comments about Marvel films being repetitive. The genre of superhero cinema, like many movie genres, has its own common themes and clichés that are repeated over time. While some critics, filmmakers, or actors may criticize Marvel and DC for their repetitiveness, it’s likely an unfair accusation as it’s common across most genres.
Michelle Rodriguez, who stars in the Fast and Furious franchise, recently faced criticism for belittling Marvel for being repetitive in an interview. However, her own franchise consists of car races, chases, explosions, and speeches about family and faith, making her comments quite ironic.
While Martin Scorsese’s criticism of the current superhero-dominated cinema caused outrage among many fans, setting a different tone for Michelle Rodriguez’s comments. Fans were quick to point out the irony in her statement, given her involvement in a franchise with 12 repetitive movies.
Both the Fast and Furious and Marvel Cinematic Universe share a focus on action and high stakes moments. Still, the thematic difference sets them apart, with action-packed car racing being the focus of the former, whereas the latter relies on superheroes and villains with superhuman abilities.
While both franchises have proven to be commercially successful with massive box office grosses and a loyal fan base, the MCU has achieved greater cultural and critical resonance. The MCU built an extensive interconnected universe with more than 30 feature films and TV series, while the Fast and Furious franchise has focused on expanding its universe with recurring secondary characters and additional plots. It’s only had one spin-off to date.
In conclusion, while repetitive themes are common among most movie genres, the irony of Michelle Rodriguez’s comments about Marvel is not lost on fans. The Fast and Furious franchise may be commercially successful, but the MCU has achieved greater critical and cultural resonance.
