Scream star Matthew Lillard thinks Scream 6 got ‘too violent’

Scream star Matthew Lillard thinks Scream 6 got 'too violent'

As a die-hard fan who has followed the Scream franchise since its inception, I find myself torn between two worlds. On one hand, I appreciate Matthew Lillard’s sentiments about the franchise getting too violent, considering his character Stu Macher’s gruesome demise in the first film. Yet, it’s hard not to chuckle at the irony of him voicing such concerns now. After all, who can forget the iconic scene where Drew Barrymore’s character met her grisly end?

According to the original Scream actor, Matthew Lillard, it wouldn’t be appropriate for Ghostface to carry a shotgun. In a conversation with GamesRadar+, Lillard expressed his views on Scream 6, stating that the film has become excessively violent.

It’s somewhat ironic to listen to Lillard, who portrayed one of the actual killers in the 1996 film, express disapproval about a Scream movie for being excessively violent, given that the initial movie started with Drew Barrymore’s character getting gruesomely killed. While Scream has always been more comedic and less grim compared to some of its peers, it has consistently featured a high level of violence.

In recognition of their work, Lillard commends directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett for their innovative approach in directing the films Scream (2022) and Scream 6. Although he’s eager for the franchise to be under Kevin Williamson’s control again, he appreciates that Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett are doing something fresh with the movies. However, he personally finds it uncomfortable when Ghostface wields a shotgun.

Speaking about the sixth slasher movie, Lillard expresses his viewpoint that the subsequent Scream films have been attempting to recapture the enchantment of the original Scream. With Williamson set to direct the seventh installment, the actor is optimistic that they might discover a “fresh, bold, and thrilling path” for the franchise.

Matthew Lillard thinks Stu Macher is still alive

The 54-year-old star hasn’t returned to the Scream franchise since his character got a television set dropped on his head and (supposedly) died. But he’s kept busy in the horror genre, most notably by playing William Afton in Blumhouse’s live-action Five Nights at Freddy’s film. And yes, he’s set to return for the 2025 sequel.

On the Drew Barrymore Show, Lillard stated that Stu is indeed living. While this seems unlikely, he’s open to reprising his role if Williamson sees fit and if it aligns with the plot development. So, one might wonder, could Dewey also be alive?

It seems that I may be among a smaller group who felt that way, but I found “Scream” was progressing well under Gillett and Bettinelli-Olpin. I became quite engaged in the story of Sam and Tara Carpenter, portrayed by Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega. I must admit, I’m not as excited about the movie returning to its roots with Neve Campbell reprising her role as Sidney Prescott.

This franchise has significantly prospered by avoiding dwelling on the past and avoiding repetition of what was already explored in Scream (2022). The upcoming Scream 7 needs to establish its own unique identity to stand out.

2024-11-05 23:25