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Have you ever given thought, to which of Steven Spielberg’s works could unite the creative minds behindX-Men ’97and the very creator of Deadpool? Not to give away too much of the suspense, but it is none other than the dark and cerebral science fiction dramaMinority Report.
The film, starring Tom Cruise and Colin Farrell, was so brilliantly shot and inventive that even Deadpool’s Rob Liefeld, who ranked it among his three best Spielberg experiences, tweeted his admiration for it. Liefeld empathized with those who found the film “too dark”, a sentiment shared in his circles at the time of its release.
Yet, in a harmonious agreement tagged with insights and nostalgia,X-Men ’97writer Beau DeMayo chimes in with a solid “hands down agree”.
This similar perspective between comic book visionaries on such a polarizing Spielberg classic undoubtedly invites us to revisit the film through their eyes, revealing layers that the general audience may have missed. So, let’s get started!
Steven Spielberg’sMinority ReportContinues to Influence Creators like Beau DeMayo & Rob Liefeld
With over 40 films in his illustrious career and a plethora of classics strewn throughout,Steven Spielberg’s filmography is practically untouchable. He always steps up to the plate and makes the most of his tremendously diverse material, from his debut feature,Duel, to his multiple summer blockbusters and his later, more flourishing work.
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Amidst all of this, there are a few obvious masterpieces that are in competition for our attention with more prominent pieces and are easy to miss. One of the most celebrated is probablyMinority Report,the epic science-fiction flick he made in 2002 that is still considered to be one of his greatest works of all time.
But it never quite received the credit it deserved. This led to a recent discussion between two of the biggest names in the comic book industry.
In a recent X exchange,X-Men ‘97writer Beau DeMayo andDeadpool creatorRob Liefelddiscussed their shared appreciation forMinority Report,which many fans found too dark. The latterhailed the film’s astute and imaginative direction, ranking it among Spielberg’s top three.
However, he also acknowledged that the audience did not form a deeper connection with the film, with some viewers finding it“too dark”.
Minority Report is a top 3 Spielberg for me. Some of his best direction ever. Such a smart & creative film. With this one, I understand why the audience didn’t make a broader connection. Lots of citizens didn’t grasp, including much of my family and friends at the time. One told…
— robliefeld (@robertliefeld)July 02, 2025
DeMayo quickly responded that he concurred with Liefeld’s assessment of theTom Cruisestarrer. TheX-Men ‘97writerexpressed his support for the film in a simple but powerful statement, saying, “Hands down, agree”.
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It is fascinating to see two prominent figures in the comic book and animation industries expressing their admiration for a film that challenged and divided critics.Minority Report,based on a story by Philip K. Dick, delves into the techno-noir, whodunit, thriller, and science fiction genres.
The Resonance of ‘Darkness’ in Steven Spielberg’sMinority Report
Steven Spielberg’s spellbinding foray into the not-too-distant future withMinority Reporthas left viewers bewitched but, for some, enveloped in its darker shades. However, despite its critical acclaim and box office success, some fans have found the film to be too dark and unsettling for their tastes.
As someone who appreciates the finesse with which the directormarries technology with ethical quandaries, let’s take a few comments from fans to delve into why this 2002 flick was perhaps a tad too dark for certain fans:
Yeah both Minority Report and AI can get dark in comparison to his other films. But also he has stated that the last super mecha segment of the film was kubricks idea rather than his.
— Max Levine Solis (@maxlevine66)August 25, 2025
That period in the early naughties was arguably Spielberg’s most interesting phase: A.I., Minority Report, Munich, Catch Me If you may and War and the Worlds. All films with a lot to say and many of them quite dark.
— Ben Skinner (@skinnerb86)June 15, 2025
I see they’re still trying to square the pre-crime circle.
While Minority Report subverted the trope slightly, the idea of peering into the future was always going to be Hollywood hogwash, and that story was actually pretty dark.
— Gosora Project (@GosoraProject)June 19, 2025
At the time it was too Kubrick for Spielberg fans/too Spielberg for Kubrick fans.
Would it have been better received if Minority Report came out first & got ppl ready for “Dark Spielberg”
Or did A.I. need to walk so MR could run?
Either way – just fucking brilliant filmmaking.
— Brad M Johnson (@RWWFilm)July 22, 2025
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Some critics even talked about Spielberg and looked at how important this film was to his development as a director.Salonexpressed excitement about the film’s unusually hard edge.
“Little Steven Spielberg is all grown up now … into of all things a superior film artist … It’s too early to know whetherMinority Report, on the heels ofA.I., marks a brief detour in Spielberg’s career or a permanent change of course, but either way it’s a dark and dazzling spectacle.”
With over $358 million in revenue against a $102 million production budget, it was a commercial success and earned favorable reviews from critics (viaBox Office Mojo).With a film that touts an 89% approval rating onRotten Tomatoesand ignites philosophical debates to this day, we can’t help but admire its impact while recognizing the polarized reception of its tone.
Irrespective of its bold vision and gripping narrative, Spielberg’s film remains a must-see for those who are willing to delve into its ambitious themes and thought-provoking concepts.
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Minority Reportis streaming on FuboTV.
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