Outgoing Sony Pictures CEO Defends 'Kraven the Hunter' and 'Madame Web' as Misunderstood Films

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Tony Vinciquerra, the outgoing CEO of Sony Pictures, has expressed his belief that both "Kraven the Hunter" and "Madame Web" are not bad films. He specifically pointed to the press as a major factor in their poor performances at the box office, arguing that negative reviews unfairly impacted their reception.

Vinciquerra mentioned that "Madame Web" was not a terrible film and suggested that the press crucified it, which he believes led to its underperformance in theaters. He also noted that the film did well on Netflix, indicating that it found a better reception on streaming platforms. Regarding "Kraven the Hunter," Vinciquerra acknowledged that it had the worst launch among Sony's recent releases but maintained that it was not a bad film.

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He defended both films as good and creative takes on the superhero genre, suggesting that the negative press played a significant role in their box office failures. This stance has been met with mixed reactions, with some critics and audiences agreeing with his assessment and others pointing out that the films did not resonate with the general public despite positive aspects.