'Those nuns!': When Martin Scorsese professed his Derry Girls fandom

When film legend Martin Scorsese declared, "Those nuns!", during an Economic Club of Chicago event back in October 2022, the entertainment world buzzed. Why? Because this statement wasn't about a new religious drama, but instead, he was revealing his enjoyment of the hit sitcom 'Derry Girls', as reported by The Guardian.

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After a hushed 46-minute discussion about his life and career, Scorsese let slip his unexpected viewing habit during a rapid-fire question round. When asked about his current viewing tastes, the answer was clear. "I watched, the other night, Derry Girls", said Scorsese. The air punch he added after his statement, along with his subtle chuckle, suggested a genuine affection for the sitcom, leaving fans speculating if the 'Taxi Driver' director was indeed, a fan of 'Derry Girls'.

Though Scorsese did not explicitly review the show, his vague yet endearing comments sparked a wave of delight among the fans and the show's creators. Lisa McGee, the show’s creator, humorously reacted by tweeting, "Excuse me while I drop dead and actually die a death", echoing the ecstatic sentiments of the audience.

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Scorsese's unexpected appreciation of 'Derry Girls' isn't as strange as it seems. Known as a connoisseur of films and TV shows across genres, Scorsese has previously shown his love for comedies such as 'Problem Child', 'Fawlty Towers', and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'.

Moreover, Scorsese's fascination with Catholic themes in his works, evident in films like 'Mean Streets', 'The Last Temptation of Christ', and 'Silence', perhaps attracted him to 'Derry Girls', a sitcom set in a Catholic school. Just throw in a Rolling Stones track and Joe Pesci, and it wouldn't be too far off from a Scorsese classic.

So, as we retrace this delightful revelation from 2022, let's not forget that even legendary directors like Martin Scorsese appreciate a good chuckle now and then. If anything, his love for 'Derry Girls' reassures us that compelling storytelling and engaging characters transcend all genres - even making their way into the heart of Hollywood royalty.

(Several parts of the text in this article, including the title, were generated with the help of an AI tool.)