Part 5/10:
In the same vein, Waititi dismissed his initial involvement in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as purely pragmatic. He explained that he took on the Thor project mainly for financial reasons. “When I accepted Ragnarok, I had my second child to support. I wasn't passionate about the project—I just needed the money,” he said.
He repeated similar sentiments about the "least popular franchise" comment, suggesting that his engagement was driven by necessity rather than creative interest. This level of candor, while commendable for honesty, has fueled criticism from fans who feel betrayed by what they perceive as disrespect toward beloved characters and stories.