Ridley Scott Dismisses Criticism Over Historical Inaccuracies in Upcoming Film 'Napoleon,' Voices Hopes for an Oscar Win

After multiple accusations of historical inaccuracies in his film "Napoleon," Ridley Scott fires back, spotlighting the extensive efforts made by his team to recreate pivotal events accurately and urging anyone seeking a literal factual account to "get a life" and do their own research.

Director Ridley Scott dismisses criticism about historical inaccuracies in his upcoming film 'Napoleon', urging critics to 'get a life' and encouraging viewers to do their own research if they desire a fully factually accurate account.
TV historian Dan Snow pointed out several inaccuracies in the film's trailer on TikTok; these were strongly rebutted by Ridley Scott in an interview with The New Yorker.
Scott's film 'Napoleon' stars Joaquin Phoenix as Napoleon and Vanessa Kirby as his wife, Josephine. Phoenix also suggested that those seeking historical accuracy should undertake their own study and reading.
Despite the criticisms, the production team employed thorough research and attempted to recreate historical events as accurately as possible, dedicating five days to shooting the Battle of Waterloo scene alone.
Having been nominated three times for Best Director and once for Best Producer at the Oscars, Ridley Scott hopes to finally win an Oscar for 'Napoleon', stating it would be 'about feckin’ time'.