Social Media Support from Hollywood for Tom Cruise's Digger
Following the box office underperformance of the film Digger, famous figures led by Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, and Guillermo del Toro shared messages of support.
While the Tom Cruise-starrer Digger failed to meet box office expectations, renowned filmmakers including Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, and Guillermo del Toro defended the production on social media with glowing posts.
Fell Short of Box Office Expectations
Starring Tom Cruise, Digger earned only $8 million in its opening weekend in the US and Canada following its October 2 release. Receiving mixed reviews from critics, the high-budget production completed its opening with approximately $20 million, bolstered by $12 million from international markets.
High Cost and Record Budget
According to reports by Variety, Digger's budget ranges between $160 and $180 million, with marketing expenses reaching approximately $100 million. This picture presented an opening performance quite different from Tom Cruise's high-grossing productions of recent years.
Praise from Anne Hathaway and Jane Fonda
Following the criticism of the film, Anne Hathaway gave the production five stars on her Letterboxd account, rating it a 10 out of 10. Jane Fonda, in an Instagram post, argued that Cruise took a major artistic risk and urged audiences to give the production a chance.
Reaction from Guillermo del Toro and Other Figures
Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro emphasized that box office figures should not determine the value of art, while Mandy Patinkin and Glen Powell also supported the film and called on audiences to go to the theater.
Cast and Story Details
Directed by Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu and featuring elements of dark comedy and political satire, Digger follows an oil tycoon trying to save the world after an environmental disaster. Distributed by Warner Bros., the film's cast also includes names such as Riz Ahmed, John Goodman, and Sandra Hüller.