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Ridley Scott, the renowned director, has released a director's cut of his film Napoleon, which is now available to stream on Apple TV+. The new cut adds 48 minutes of footage, expanding the role of Vanessa Kirby's character and including additional scenes such as the Battle of Marengo and a sequence during the invasion of Russia. Scott explains that he wanted to focus on the character of Napoleon and his relationship with Josephine. He also discusses the challenges of editing and the importance of platforms like Apple TV+ in showcasing films. Scott mentions his previous successful director's cuts, such as Kingdom of Heaven, and emphasizes the need to balance art and commerce in filmmaking. He also shares his approach to editing and the role of a good editor. The article highlights the significance of director's cuts in preserving a filmmaker's original vision and mentions Scott's other films, including Alien and Blade Runner. Scott mentions the possibility of a longer four-hour version of Napoleon if the director's cut is well-received. [Extracted from the article] |
