Ridley Scott, 88, says he kept “absolute communication” with his children during their childhood despite his demanding filming schedule. In remarks highlighted by reporting from the two outlets, Scott presents this as a deliberate approach to staying connected with his family while his professional commitments continue.

The coverage is closely aligned across the sources, with both outlets focusing on Scott’s account of how he managed to maintain contact during periods when he is largely away for work. The angle is primarily personal and retrospective rather than tied to any specific new film release or industry event. Both articles frame the comments as a rare glimpse into his family life and his working routine, emphasizing the idea of consistent communication rather than detailing specific methods or timelines.

No additional, contrasting details are provided in the supplied excerpts about the exact communication practices, which years it occurred, or how other aspects of his family life were managed.