Director Ridley Scott's Blade Runner, originally released in 1982, is a sci-fi classic that continues to resonate today. Initially underappreciated due to poor marketing and competition from E.T., it was Scott's third film, made during a pivotal time in his career post-Alien. This reflective piece emphasizes the importance of revisiting such films, particularly as they become accessible on platforms like Netflix. Scott’s experience making Blade Runner reflects not only his evolving directorial prowess but also his determination to overcome personal loss during its production.
Scott's first plan was actually to move on to an adaptation of Dune, but he pivoted to Blade Runner, a project he'd previously shot down.
When it hit American theatres in June 1982, critics and audiences boldly declared, 'Eh, that was okay.' Mis-marketed as a rip-roaring adventure.
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