In a recent episode of the *Talking Pictures* podcast, Margot Robbie expressed her bewilderment over the mixed reception of her film *Babylon*. Host Ben Mankiewicz highlighted the film's artistry and asked, "Why don’t people like this movie?" Robbie quickly resonated with the sentiment, stating, "I’m still saying that!” She noted, "I love it... I don’t get it either. I know I’m biased because I’m very close to the project, but I still can’t figure out why people really hated it."

Released in 2022, Damien Chazelle's ambitious historical drama faced criticism and disappointing box office results upon its debut. However, in the months following, *Babylon* has gradually cultivated a dedicated fan base who appreciate its bold storytelling and visual flair. Early reviews, including one from The A.V. Club that awarded it an A rating, have contributed to its resurgence in popularity.

Robbie speculated about the future perception of the film, wondering if it will eventually be viewed as a misunderstood masterpiece: "I often wonder if in 20 years, people are gonna be like, 'Wait, *Babylon* didn’t do well at the time? That’s crazy!'” She likened this to how *The Shawshank Redemption*, initially a box office disappointment, is now celebrated as a classic.

The actress spoke highly of her collaboration with Chazelle, praising his relentless pursuit of excellence. "I felt like no one ever really put their foot to the floor. He always wanted more, always," Robbie shared, illustrating this by recounting her extensive preparation for her role as Nellie, where she experimented with over 50 different accents, much to Chazelle's delight.

Despite its rocky launch, *Babylon* continues to gain traction, suggesting that sometimes, art’s true value may take time to be recognized. Fans of the film are hopeful that its reputation will only grow in the coming years, solidifying its place in cinematic history.