By contrast, Blade Runner 2049 has one definitive cut (for now) that captures Denis Villeneuve’s vision to the best of its ability.
This particular situation seems notable for the Blade Runner franchise because the original entry in the series has become notorious for the sheer number of alternate cuts that have hit shelves over the years.
In addition to Blade Runner’s theatrical cut, the classic 1982 sci-fi film has also seen the release of a Director’s Cut, a “workprint prototype cut,” and the “Final Cut,” all of which have their champions and detractors.
Villeneuve would later go on to admit that Ridley Scott also approves of the sequel, so there’s quite a bit to get excited about with regards to this project’s reception.