Best Quote by Edgar Wright
“'RoboCop,' when that came out, was like the best comic book movie ever, and it's not based on a comic book.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2014
He praises RoboCop as the best comic‑book‑style film despite not being based on a comic, highlighting its genre‑blending success.
In simple terms: RoboCop excels as a comic‑book‑style movie without comic source material.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate films that capture a genre’s spirit uniquely.
Themes
film criticism
genre blending
adaptation
Mood
enthusiastic
analytical
Type
cinematic
critical
When to use this quote
- movie reviews
- film festivals
- screenwriting
Key Concepts
cinema
visual storytelling
pop culture
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a film feel like a comic book?
- Can originality be achieved through style alone?
A Different Perspective
Not all great genre films need original source material.
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