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Marvel Criticized by Director Who Declined 'Black Widow' for Poor Effects and 'Horrible' Music

  • Lucrecia Martel was approached to direct "Black Widow" but turned it down after meeting with Marvel
  • Martel has criticized the visual and sound effects of Marvel films she's seen, calling them "very ugly" and "horrible"
  • Martel believes Marvel is interested in hiring female directors but still thinks action scenes should be directed by men
  • Martel would only make a Marvel film if she had creative control and it aligned with her vision
  • "Black Widow" ultimately grossed $379 million worldwide under director Cate Shortland
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