'Kraven the Hunter' Failed, But Aaron Taylor-Johnson's 'Savages' Is Great
MovieWebStory by Gaius Bolling
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Oliver Stone's 2012 crime thriller 'Savages' emerges as a bona fide Hollywood gem, even as his latest superhero film 'Kraven the Hunter' bombs.
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- Aaron Taylor-Johnson's breakout performance in 'Savages' is earning him serious awards buzz, as industry insiders praise his gritty, complex portrayal of a marijuana kingpin.
- With 'Kraven the Hunter' failing to connect with audiences, Marvel's controversial decision to cast Taylor-Johnson as the lead is being widely questioned in Tinseltown.
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Oliver Stone, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Marvel, Kraven the Hunter, Savages