Who are these people who think that these numbers are not good enough? Especially for genre films...

No idea. Probably people who've overinvested in certain films to the neglect of mid-range films in the hope of minimizing risk and maximizing their end of year portfolios.

I agree that he's not seeking fame, but I do think he's seeking opportunity to stretch himself and to do interesting roles and to work with people he admires and respects. As long as that remains open to him, I'm sure he'll be happy. I just selfishly want to keep seeing him do cool stuff because I love his acting and like looking at his face.