Meryl Streep criticizes superhero films for oversimplifying characters into heroes and villains

Meryl Streep criticized modern filmmaking's reliance on superhero narratives during promotion of "The Devil Wears Prada 2." She argued that contemporary movies oversimplify characters into clear-cut heroes and villains, calling the trend "so boring." Streep praised the sequel for its messier storytelling, noting that compelling narratives require flawed heroes and interesting antagonists rather than binary good-versus-evil frameworks.

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