Madame Web, the newest addition to the Sony Pictures' Spider-Man universe, has hit theaters, sparking a mix of reactions from audiences and critics alike. Directed by S. J. Clarkson, the film has stirred up intense debates on social media, primarily due to the negative reviews it has garnered.
Comparisons have been drawn between Madame Web and Sony Pictures' previous Spider-Man Universe film, Morbius, with the former receiving less-than-favorable feedback. Despite some viewers enjoying the movie during its opening weekend, the overall reception has been lukewarm, with approval ratings falling below expectations.
Actress Dakota Johnson, who stars in Madame Web, admitted during a press tour interview that she had not yet watched the film and did not seem eager to do so in the near future. Johnson's stance on avoiding watching her own movies as a form of self-care is not specific to Madame Web but extends to several of her past projects.
Madame Web marks the fourth film in Sony Pictures' Spider-Man universe, following Venom (2018), Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021), and Morbius (2022). While the connections between these films and the Spider-Man series remain somewhat ambiguous, the narratives of characters like Tom Hardy's Venom and Jared Leto's Morbius exist within the same universe.
Producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura shed light on the decision to keep Madame Web separate from the established canon, emphasizing the creative freedom it offered. By distancing the film from existing storylines, the team was able to delve into a more nuanced exploration of Dakota Johnson's character's journey, unencumbered by the weight of previous narratives.
Madame Web is currently showing in cinemas, inviting audiences to experience a fresh take on the Spider-Man universe that promises a complex and engaging storyline.
