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Why Did Ridley Scott’s 'Exodus' Fail with Critics and Audiences?
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scrn loglineRidley Scott's biblical epic 'Exodus' crashed and burned, leaving critics and audiences cold - what went wrong, and what lessons can Hollywood learn?beat sheet- According to box office data, 'Exodus' grossed just $268 million worldwide on a hefty $200 million budget, making it a major financial disappointment for Fox
- Critics lambasted the film, with many calling it 'dull' and 'derivative' - director Ridley Scott admitted he 'didn't have enough money' to bring his ambitious vision to life
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Why Did Ridley Scott’s 'Exodus' Fail with Critics and Audiences?
MovieWebStory by Jake Dee
scrn logline
Ridley Scott's biblical epic 'Exodus' crashed and burned, leaving critics and audiences cold - what went wrong, and what lessons can Hollywood learn?
beat sheet
- According to box office data, 'Exodus' grossed just $268 million worldwide on a hefty $200 million budget, making it a major financial disappointment for Fox
- Critics lambasted the film, with many calling it 'dull' and 'derivative' - director Ridley Scott admitted he 'didn't have enough money' to bring his ambitious vision to life
call sheet
Ridley Scott, Fox, 'Exodus: Gods and Kings'