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entertainment22 hours ago•19 min saved

Tone over thrills: four 2026 releases stumble in search of an audience

A Netflix shark-disaster Thrash, an Apple TV drama Outcome about Hollywood cancel culture, Halle Bailey rom‑com You, Me & Tuscany, and Neon’s Exit 8 are reviewed together: Thrash is hamstrung by tonal indecision and cheap effects despite a high-concept setup; Outcome flirts with insightful critique of fame but stays surface-level and self-involved; You, Me & Tuscany aims for buoyant rom‑com energy but is visually dull and overreliant on clichés; Exit 8 builds a calm, game-like atmosphere through repetitious hallways, yet its pacing becomes tedious. The piece paints a mixed picture of ambitious premises that struggle to cohere into satisfying entertainment.

via AV Club|

#cancel-culture #entertainment #exit-8

entertainment1 day ago•479 min saved

Kanye West’s Comeback Sparks Global Debate, Not Consensus

Kanye West’s return has sparked a global split: the U.K. quickly moved to cancel his Wireless Festival slot over antisemitism concerns, while in the U.S. his Bully era shows drew big crowds and cautious optimism. Critics warn his apology reads more like image rehabilitation and worry he remains a vessel for hate speech and political controversy, leaving unanswered questions about accountability and genuine change. With upcoming dates in India and elsewhere, the trajectory of his comeback remains uncertain and deeply polarized.

via Vulture|

#bully #cancel-culture #entertainment

culture1 day ago•8 min saved

Kanye West's comeback tests the limits of cancel culture

The piece argues cancel culture hasn’t kept Kanye West from a comeback: after a long history of inflammatory remarks and antisemitism, he issued a one-page apology and sold-out shows, drawing celebrity attendance and fan fervor, illustrating how public demand can outpace accountability and underscoring the need to protect marginalized communities even as West tours internationally.

via Andscape|

#antisemitism #cancel-culture #celebrity-accountability

entertainment1 day ago•19 min saved

Hill’s Outcome dodges the cancel-culture reckoning

Jonah Hill's Outcome tries to dissect cancel culture within a comeback drama but largely avoids a hard reckoning, while the piece also reviews You, Me & Tuscany, Exit 8, and Hamlet, noting a mix of ambition and flaws—from clunky visuals to uneven storytelling—across the slate.

via AV Club|

#cancel-culture #entertainment #film-review

entertainment2 months ago•36 min saved

Pratt's Defiant Stand Helped Save James Gunn at Marvel

Chris Pratt reportedly stood up for James Gunn when Gunn was fired by Marvel, telling executives that removing him was a mistake and rallying the Guardians cast to support him. The cast publicly expressed solidarity, the stance helped Gunn be rehired for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and the Holiday Special, and Pratt credited Marvel/Disney leadership for the reversal, with Gunn later taking a leadership role at DCU.

via Yahoo|

#cancel-culture #chris-pratt #entertainment

entertainment2 months ago•16 min saved

Damon: Cancel Culture Follows You Forever, Some Would Choose Jail Time

Matt Damon told The Joe Rogan Experience that cancel culture sticks with celebrities for life and joked that some canceled actors would have preferred to serve an 18‑month jail sentence to ‘pay their debt’; he also addressed past controversies, stressed learning and justice, and noted his career remains active as he promotes Netflix’s The Rip and other projects.

via Variety|

#cancel-culture #entertainment #hollywood

entertainment5 months ago•11 min saved

Wanda Sykes on Ending ‘The Upshaws’ and Staying Authentic in Trump’s America

Wanda Sykes discusses her comedy career, her views on political and social issues including Trump and cancel culture, her experiences hosting events like the Oscars, and her role in the final season of 'The Upshaws,' emphasizing her advocacy for free speech and her efforts supporting LGBTQ+ youth.

via Variety|

#cancel-culture #censorship #comedy

movies6 months ago•8 min saved

Luca Guadagnino's 'After the Hunt' Sparks Debate on Cancel Culture and Power Dynamics

Luca Guadagnino's film 'After the Hunt' attempts to explore cancel culture and complex moral gray areas within academia, but it ultimately fails to provide meaningful insight, instead presenting a muddled and heavy-handed critique that leaves viewers questioning its purpose and message.

via Slate|

#academic-satire #alma #cancel-culture

entertainment6 months ago•7 min saved

Julia Roberts Stars in a #MeToo Drama with Mixed Reactions

'After the Hunt' is a poorly executed #MeToo drama set among academic elites, criticized for its superficial social commentary, overuse of buzzwords, and lack of nuance, ultimately delivering a frustrating and offensive portrayal of campus politics and cancel culture.

via Rolling Stone|

#after-the-hunt #campus-politics #cancel-culture

opinion6 months ago•6 min saved

Controversy Over Comedians Performing in Saudi Arabia

The article criticizes Louis C.K.'s justification for performing in Saudi Arabia, highlighting the hypocrisy of comedians like Bill Burr and Dave Chappelle who criticize cancel culture but accept money from oppressive regimes, and condemns Saudi Arabia's use of entertainment to whitewash its human rights abuses and authoritarian image.

via Washington Monthly|

#cancel-culture #comedy #hypocrisy

arts-and-entertainment6 months ago•1 min saved

Political Comedy and Free Speech in the Age of Media Conflicts

The article discusses how the Trump administration's actions have reignited the importance of political comedy, with recent incidents involving the cancellation of shows like Stephen Colbert's, criticism of 'South Park,' and threats against Jimmy Kimmel, highlighting the ongoing debate over free speech and government influence in entertainment.

via The Washington Post|

#arts-and-entertainment #cancel-culture #comedy

culture6 months ago•8 min saved

Steven Pinker Navigates Between Cancel Culture and Trump

Steven Pinker discusses the challenges faced by academia from cancel culture and political interference, the psychological concept of 'common knowledge,' and the impact of AI and digital distractions on education, emphasizing the importance of rationality and scientific integrity.

via The Times|

#academic-freedom #ai #cancel-culture

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Elon Musk Calls for Netflix Boycott Over Transgender Characters in Kids' Shows

Elon Musk has been urging his followers to cancel Netflix subscriptions over its inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters and themes, claiming it promotes a 'woke' agenda targeted at children. Despite protests from actors and supporters, Musk continues to criticize Netflix's content and diversity initiatives, amid broader debates on free speech and censorship in entertainment.

via The Guardian|

#cancel-culture #elon-musk #free-speech

entertainment6 months ago•2 min saved

Elon Musk's Call to Cancel Netflix Sparks Stock Drop and Backlash Over Trans Representation

Elon Musk called for a Netflix boycott after a clip from the animated series 'Dead End: Paranormal Park' featuring a transgender character resurfaced, leading to conservative backlash, hate mail, and creator Hamish Steele taking a social media break.

via Variety|

#cancel-culture #dead-end-paranormal-park #elon-musk

film6 months ago•6 min saved

Julia Roberts Shines in 'After the Hunt' at NYFF 2025

'After the Hunt' is a provocative campus psychodrama that explores the complexities of truth, morality, and social dynamics in the context of a sexual assault case at an Ivy League school, emphasizing the importance of nuanced understanding over simplistic judgments.

via Roger Ebert|

#after-the-hunt #campus-psychodrama #cancel-culture