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Ridley Scott Explains How Harrison Ford Movie ‘Blade Runner’ Became a Cult Classic 10 Years After Its Release

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Ridley Scott reveals the surprising journey that transformed his sci-fi flop 'Blade Runner' into a cult classic a decade later
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  • It took a chance encounter with a French film buff for Scott to see the potential in his 1982 box office bomb, which he initially dismissed as 'depressing'
  • The director credits the film's rise to cult status to its deep exploration of complex themes like humanity and technology, which resonated with audiences a decade after its release
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