Despite Zack Snyder’s significant success in Hollywood as a director, some critics argue that writing may not be his strongest skill. This criticism arose after Snyder attempted to create a Star Wars-inspired world called Rebel Moon, with the first part released the previous year and the second part debuted on the 19th of April. The reviews are officially in, and the consensus is clear, it’s just not clicking with the masses.
Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver Receives Poor Reviews
Netflix’s latest addition to the Rebel Moon franchise, Part Two: The Scargiver, is facing harsh criticism following its release. Zack Snyder‘s second installment in the epic Star Wars-esque world debuted on the 19th of April on the streaming platform and has garnered an even more unfavorable response than its predecessor. Currently sitting at a mere 13% on Tomatometer and 45% of the audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film’s initial reviews are less than favorable.
Continuing directly after the events of Part One: A Child of Fire, the story follows Kora played by Sofia Boutella, and the rebels as they persist in their battle against the Motherworld. While the visuals are undeniably stunning, critics have taken aim at the film’s shaky foundation.
Many reviews express disappointment over the lack of character development, noting that the protagonists fail to evolve beyond superficial traits. Additionally, the world-building aspect of the film is deemed inadequate, with viewers left wanting more depth and coherence in the universe Snyder has created.
Are Fans Finding Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver Worth Watching?
Zack Snyder’s status as a Hollywood heavyweight is unquestionable, thanks to his impressive track record as a director. However, when it comes to writing, he relatively has less experience. In fact, if one looks at his most acclaimed movies like Dawn of the Dead, 300, or Man of Steel one will find that they were all crafted and headed by other talented writers and filmmakers.
These collaborations have been a significant factor in Snyder’s success, with his knack for bringing visually stunning and action-packed stories to life on the big screen. However, some critics argue that when Snyder solely takes the helm as a writer, the audience reception can be mixed.
Here is what the fans have to say,
Said it before, Snyder can make a good movie, he just needs to accept he is not a writer
— Mehul Desai (@TechNoirUK) April 20, 2024
How did this man go from 300 to this?
Where did the downfall start?— ImHumbucker (@ImHumbucker) April 20, 2024
Oh boy… not even Netflix's immense amount of financial backing and power and influence has done any favours here.. didn't Snyder compare this in some aspect to Star Wars? I've been quite hesitant about watching the first Rebel Moon movie..
— Jordan Green (@PragmaticSmurf) April 19, 2024
I don't think he's going to be asked to do 6 films in this series.
— Eric Hovland (@EricJHovland) April 20, 2024
Someone needs to stop that man from making crap all the time, and he must change his filmmaking style at least once.
— Ely Hornet 228 (@sharpak6) April 20, 2024
few days later zack snyder definitly will say that it's better you watch the 4 hour version 💀😬
— Alireza Jawadi (@RealAliJawadi) April 20, 2024
Critics frequently raise this concern when discussing Snyder’s films such as Batman v Superman. They commonly highlight the criticism that his characters often come across as one-dimensional, lacking the depth and complexity expected in compelling storytelling (via Forbes).
While Snyder’s directorial prowess is widely celebrated, his transition into writing has sparked debates about his storytelling abilities and the overall quality of his scripts.
