Tom Hanks Criticizes Film Critics Amid Poor Reception

Tom Hanks recently expressed his frustration with film critics during an appearance on Conan O'Brien's podcast, using an expletive to describe them while discussing the changing perceptions of his films. He particularly referenced his 1996 directorial debut 'That Thing You Do!', which critics initially dismissed but later hailed as a cult classic. Hanks highlighted the evolving nature of film criticism, noting that time often alters the reception of a movie beyond initial reviews. Despite his harsh words, he acknowledged that criticism is an inherent part of the filmmaking process and remains unfazed by it, drawing parallels to a carnival or contest. His comments come amid the release of his latest film 'Here', which has also been poorly received by critics and underperformed at the box office.