I'm too lazy to read this entire thread.
Has anyone mentioned James Cameron? Because, despite some shit on his resume, as far as 'popular' films go, the man is a fucking genius.
I think it takes a lot more talent to create a film that is universally appealing than an "artsy" flick, to be honest. It's easy to be obscure, because you don't have to answer to anyone. When you've got to appeal to basic human emotions, and you're beholden to the masses, there's a lot more effort and finesse required.
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