The Making of 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World'
The Making of 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World'

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The Making of 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World'

2010
Movie
49 min
English

A hyperkinetic behind the scenes look at the film.

Insights

IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes82%
Metacritic69/100
Google Users84%
Director: Edgar WrightGenres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

Scott Pilgrim must defeat his new girlfriend Ramona Flowers' seven evil exes in order to win her heart. As a part-time musician, Scott is used to battling his enemies, but this time the stakes are much higher and the opponents are much tougher. He must learn to balance his life as a musician and a hero, all while trying to maintain his relationships with his friends and family.

Critical Reception

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its originality, visual style, humor, and action sequences. However, the film was a box office disappointment, grossing only $47.7 million against its $60 million budget.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique visual style and energetic action.

  • Applauded for its witty humor and faithful adaptation of the graphic novels.

  • Some critics found the plot to be overly chaotic or repetitive.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's unique blend of action, comedy, and video game aesthetics, often citing its originality and fast-paced, entertaining nature. Some viewers found the plot a bit too overwhelming or the characters less developed than they would have liked.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for two Saturn Awards: Best Actor for Michael Cera and Best Costume Design. Also received a People's Choice Award nomination for Favorite Movie.

Fun Fact

The film features over 150 visual effects shots, more than any other Edgar Wright film at the time, and took over two years to complete.

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