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Chris Rock Details Divorce Causes and Career Plans in GQ Profile

Chris Rock, featured in GQ's Men of the Year issue, discussed his divorce from Malaak Compton-Rock, attributing the split to his past pornography use and infidelity. He stated he has not watched porn in five to six years and acknowledged his behavior was not something he is proud of. Rock expressed a desire to move past the 2022 Oscar incident involving Will Smith, focusing instead on his new film, Misty Green, and future stand-up specials. He also criticized the current state of entertainment journalism for prioritizing gossip over substance.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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celebrity-news1 hour ago•2 min saved

Chris Rock Blames Porn and Infidelity for 18-Year Marriage Collapse in GQ Interview

In a new GQ profile, comedian Chris Rock admitted that his obsession with pornography and cheating on three women contributed to the failure of his 18-year marriage to Malaak Compton-Rock. The 61-year-old stated he has not watched porn in five to six years and acknowledged his behavior was not something he is proud of. Rock also discussed his recent film, Misty Green, and expressed a desire to move past the 2022 Oscar incident involving Will Smith.

via Page Six|

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entertainment19 days ago

Rosalind Eleazar’s ‘Misty Green’ Performance Sparks Oscar Buzz Amidst Mixed Reviews

Rosalind Eleazar has emerged as a leading Oscar contender for her role in Chris Rock’s new film, Misty Green, which opens wide in U.S. theaters on October 16. The A24-distributed drama centers on Misty, a former Emmy winner struggling with addiction and industry rejection in Los Angeles. While critics praise Eleazar’s raw performance, reviews have been mixed regarding Rock’s direction. Eleazar, known for her role in Slow Horses, described her audition process as chaotic but pivotal, noting that a failed self-tape led her to fly to Los Angeles to read with Rock in person. She emphasized that Misty’s reliance on appearance is a survival mechanism for validation, not mere superficiality. The film features a supporting cast including Adam Driver and Daniel Kaluuya, and has generated significant buzz following its premiere at the New York Film Festival.

via The New York Times|

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film23 days ago•18 min saved

Misty Green: A24's New Satire Praises Eleazar's Performance but Criticizes Rock's Direction

Chris Rock's new film 'Misty Green' has opened in U.S. theaters, receiving mixed reviews that praise Rosalind Eleazar's central performance but criticize Rock's direction and self-insertion. The film, distributed by A24, is a dark comedy-drama set in Los Angeles, focusing on a washed-up actress navigating addiction and industry sexism. While critics highlight the film's sharp satire of Hollywood, they note structural inconsistencies and Rock's distracting presence.

via A.V. Club|

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entertainment26 days ago•5 min saved

Misty Green: Chris Rock’s Bitter Hollywood Satire Spotlights Rosalind Eleazar

Chris Rock returns to directing with 'Misty Green,' a sharp, dark comedy-drama about a washed-up actress fighting addiction and industry indifference in Los Angeles. The film, distributed by A24, centers on Rosalind Eleazar’s performance as Misty, a former Emmy winner whose career has stalled due to substance abuse and personal chaos. Premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival, the movie features a supporting cast including Daniel Kaluuya, Adam Driver, and Anna Kendrick. Critics praise Eleazar’s raw talent and Rock’s cynical portrayal of the entertainment industry, though some note the script’s structural inconsistencies. The film opens in limited U.S. release on October 9, 2026.

via Los Angeles Times|

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entertainment27 days ago•3 min saved

Chris Rock Warns Los Angeles Kills Dreams in 'Misty Green' Promotion

Chris Rock used a recent appearance on 'The Tonight Show' to promote his new film, 'Misty Green,' while candidly describing the harsh realities of Los Angeles. He stated that while the city attracts people chasing dreams, it often sends them home in defeat. The film, which opens on October 9, follows an actress whose career stalls, mirroring Rock's own observations about the industry's unforgiving nature.

via Fox News|

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culture29 days ago•2 min saved

Rock Links 'Wokeness' to Salem Witch Trials in 'Misty Green' Promo

Chris Rock argues that institutionalized 'wokeness' has created a less forgiving culture, comparing the post-2020 era to the Salem witch trials. While promoting his new film 'Misty Green,' he asserts that advocacy for marginalized groups is valid but becomes problematic when it becomes an unyielding institution. Rock emphasizes that true friendship requires accountability and forgiveness, not abandonment, and notes that the current cultural climate resembles the 'Old Testament' due to its lack of mercy. He acknowledges the positive impact of the movement in amplifying voices but criticizes the shift toward performative outrage and institutional overhead.

via TheWrap|

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entertainment1 month ago•18 min saved

Chris Rock Criticizes Institutionalized Wokeness, Compares Cancel Culture to Salem Witch Trials

Chris Rock criticized the institutionalization of 'wokeness' during a recent appearance on the New York Times' 'The Daily' podcast, arguing that the post-George Floyd era lacks necessary forgiveness. He compared the current cultural climate to the Salem witch trials, suggesting that while initial advocacy for marginalized groups was beneficial, the subsequent creation of institutional structures led to performative outrage and a lack of accountability. Rock emphasized that true friendship requires holding others accountable even during difficult times, rather than abandoning them. He noted that while he supports giving marginalized voices a platform, the current 'Old Testament' approach lacks the 'New Testament' element of forgiveness. The comments come as Rock promotes his new film, 'Misty Green,' which explores similar themes of forgiveness and the harsh realities of Hollywood.

via Page Six|

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film1 month ago•14 min saved

Chris Rock Redefines Success and Infidelity in 'Misty Green' Premiere

Chris Rock used the New York Film Festival premiere of his new film 'Misty Green' to argue that infidelity and career struggles are universal human experiences, not exclusive to Hollywood. He redefined 'making it' as having love and family rather than professional fame, while praising the low-budget, star-studded cast assembled in Los Angeles.

via Variety|

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entertainment1 month ago•9 min saved

TIFF 2026 Highlights: 'River' Sells for $10M, 'Misty Green' Leads Oscar Buzz

The 51st Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2026 featured a slate dominated by underdog narratives and character-driven dramas. 'River' became the festival’s commercial headline, selling for over $10 million to Blumhouse and Universal. 'Misty Green' and 'The Debut' emerged as strong Oscar contenders, while critics noted a broader theme of characters grappling with fractured identities and societal pressures.

via Los Angeles Times|

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film1 month ago•90 min saved

Misty Green: A24’s New Drama Sparks Oscar Buzz for Eleazar

Chris Rock’s return to directing, Misty Green, premieres at TIFF as a sharp, darkly comic drama about a fading Hollywood star. The film features a standout performance by Rosalind Eleazar and a strong ensemble, with critics praising its authentic portrayal of the industry’s underbelly.

via Vulture|

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Chris Rock Returns to Directing with 'Misty Green,' a Sharp Hollywood Drama

Chris Rock’s return to directing, 'Misty Green,' premieres at TIFF and hits theaters Oct. 9. The film stars Rosalind Eleazar as a self-sabotaging actress navigating a ruthless Hollywood, with critics praising it as a major comeback for Rock.

via USA Today|

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film1 month ago•13 min saved

Rosalind Eleazar’s ‘Misty Green’ Emerges as a Top Contender for Best Actress

Chris Rock’s new drama 'Misty Green' has generated significant Oscar buzz, with critics and industry observers highlighting Rosalind Eleazar’s lead performance as a potential Best Actress winner. The film, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 12, 2026, is set for a wide U.S. release on October 9 by A24. It follows a fading actress navigating the brutal realities of the Hollywood industry, blending dark satire with a poignant character study. While Rock’s direction marks his return to filmmaking since 2014, the narrative is defined by Eleazar’s complex portrayal of a self-sabotaging talent, supported by an ensemble including Daniel Kaluuya and Adam Driver.

via Variety|

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Chris Rock’s 'Misty Green' Premieres at TIFF, Sparking Oscar Buzz for Rosalind Eleazar

Chris Rock’s return to directing after a 12-year hiatus is marked by 'Misty Green,' a drama about a fading Hollywood actress. Premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival, the film features a star-making performance by Rosalind Eleazar and is being hailed as a potential Oscar contender.

via Variety|

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film1 month ago•13 min saved

Rosalind Eleazar Steals the Show in Chris Rock’s Raw Hollywood Drama 'Misty Green'

Chris Rock returns to directing with 'Misty Green,' a raw character study about a faded Black actress struggling to revive her career in Los Angeles. Rosalind Eleazar delivers a standout performance as the lead, while the film explores the harsh realities of the entertainment industry through a lens of humor and melancholy. A24 will release the movie in October.

via Deadline|

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