The Martin And Francesca Scorsese Comedy Hour has become a beloved internet tradition, featuring the legendary director Martin Scorsese navigating the quirks of online film culture with his daughter Francesca. This comedic exchange highlights their warm relationship and the culture clash between generations as Scorsese reacts with good-natured grumbling to modern film critique trends like Letterboxd reviews. Their latest installment reunited fans with this unique blend of humor and insight.
Martin Scorsese’s Take on Letterboxd Reviews and His Own Films
Promoting Apple TV+’s new five-part documentary series about his life and career, Scorsese demonstrated his unusual but charming engagement with Letterboxd, the popular movie review and logging platform. While he generally avoids the sharp, concise style typical on Letterboxd, he has an account where he notes films he enjoys. In a recent segment, Scorsese impressively identified which of his movies matched specific cryptic Letterboxd reviews, quickly recognizing reviews of Killers Of The Flower Moon and The Departed. Although he appeared to guess that a review referencing
“Ratatouille would have thrived in this environment”
was for Goodfellas, his instincts reflected his intimate connection to his filmography.
Scorsese’s Affable, Out-of-Touch Persona Offers Comedic Moments
Part of the appeal of the Martin and Francesca Scorsese Comedy Hour lies in Scorsese’s genial but out-of-the-loop personality, as he openly admits ignorance of internet subcultures like Stan Twitter. This innocence, paired with his unmistakable “affable cranky dad” demeanor, produces honest and endearing comedy. For example, when faced with a Letterboxd user describing his 1993 historical romance The Age Of Innocence as something “for the girls,” Scorsese grumpily insisted, “That’s for everyone!” while Francesca laughed at his spirited defense.
What’s Next for Martin Scorsese and His Public Projects
Currently, Martin Scorsese’s documentary series is available for streaming on Apple TV+, offering fans a chance to view his creative journey through his own perspective. The continued collaboration with Francesca in comedic ventures and public appearances reflects Scorsese’s openness to engaging with new media while maintaining his unmistakable personality. These appearances also enhance appreciation for his work among newer audiences, bridging traditional cinema and the modern digital film community.
“Ratatouille would have thrived in this environment” – Martin Scorsese
