There’s a reason new Spider-Man movies keep working, even as fatigue sets in ahead of upcoming superhero movies. It’s not just the cool super suits, the multiverse spectacle, or how many villains you can cram into a third act. At their best, these movies hinge on one simple, essential element, and I 100% agree with Brand New Day producer Amy Pascal’s take on what that “most important” piece really is for crafting the web-slinger's big-screen adventures.
With Spider-Man: Brand New Day on the horizon, Pascal sat down with The Hollywood Reporter to talk about what actually matters when making a Spidey movie. And her answer cuts straight through the noise:
