Viggo Mortensen Criticizes Hollywood Franchises for Lack of Quality

The actor highlights poor writing and predictability as reasons for avoiding major film series since 'The Lord of the Rings'.

Mortensen states that most franchise scripts lack depth and originality.
He emphasizes the importance of a compelling story and well-written characters.
Despite his criticism, Mortensen is open to returning to the 'Lord of the Rings' universe if the script is right.
The actor's recent comments follow Amazon's decision to stream his film 'Thirteen Lives' instead of a wide theatrical release.
Mortensen continues to focus on projects that align with his artistic values, such as his latest directorial effort, 'The Dead Don't Hurt'.