Netflix's 'Scott Pilgrim Takes Off' Receives Mixed Reviews, Co-Creators Explain Their Approach

Netflix's new anime series 'Scott Pilgrim Takes Off' has garnered mixed reviews. Some critics praise its fresh take and self-aware spin on the original story, while others feel it lacks the charm of the original movie. The series explores queer relationships and features a time-travel storyline, centering on the compatibility of the main characters, Scott and Ramona. Co-creators Bryan Lee O'Malley and BenDavid Grabinski explain their approach, aiming to bring a meta element and surprise to the adaptation. The series has sparked discussions and received varied reactions from audiences, with some expressing disappointment and others finding it a refreshing departure from the original material.