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Odyssey Tops Global Box Office Amid Online Culture-War Backlash
entertainment2 hours ago

Odyssey Tops Global Box Office Amid Online Culture-War Backlash

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey led the global box office with about $264 million on a $250 million budget, drawing strong in-person demand and praise for its production. Yet online culture-war circles claim fraud and manipulated Rotten Tomatoes scores, though there’s no credible evidence of ticket fraud or suppressed reviews; critics rate it highly (about 95% positive) and audiences even higher (about 97%), indicating a heated but non-fraudulent backlash as debates over 'wokeness' in cinema persist.

via Gizmodo|
#box-office#culture-wars#entertainment
Maher labels NYC candidate as the woke mind virus patient zero
politics22 days ago

Maher labels NYC candidate as the woke mind virus patient zero

Comedian Bill Maher called NYC congressional candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier “patient zero” of the woke mind virus, blasting her abolitionist stances on prisons, borders, and police, and citing her past social-media posts. He suggested the Democratic Party’s leftward tilt could affect his vote, remarking during Real Time that Chevalier’s views and rhetoric exemplify a trend he finds troubling. Chevalier won the Democratic primary against Adriano Espaillat and was endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani; her campaign did not respond to comment requests. Maher’s critique comes as he discusses with JD Vance the party’s shift and the broader implications for voters.”,

via New York Post|
#bill-maher#darializa-avila-chevalier#democrats
Daniel Penny's Subway Incident Sparks Debate on Safety and Racism
news1 year ago

Daniel Penny's Subway Incident Sparks Debate on Safety and Racism

Daniel Penny, recently acquitted of criminally negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely, and journalist David Hookstead have received threatening emails from a woman named Kathy. The emails, which include derogatory comments and implied threats, were made public by Hookstead, who criticized the sender as part of the 'woke mob.' Penny was acquitted after restraining Neely during a subway incident, and Hookstead defended Penny's actions as heroic.

via Outkick|
#acquittal#daniel-penny#jordan-neely
Rob Schneider Stands Firm: "I'm Not Apologizing for My Jokes"
entertainment2 years ago

Rob Schneider Stands Firm: "I'm Not Apologizing for My Jokes"

Rob Schneider denies reports that his Republican comedy set was cut short due to offensive material, stating that he did a 50-minute set as agreed and was not removed from the stage. He refuses to apologize for his jokes, criticizing "woke culture." The set allegedly included "raunchy" material and jokes aimed at Asian people, leading Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith to walk out. The Senate Working Group expressed regret over the entertainment falling short of professionalism, claiming Schneider disregarded a verbal agreement to keep his set relatively clean.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#controversy#entertainment#republican-lawmakers
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's Complex Relationship with Politics and Endorsements
entertainment2 years ago

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's Complex Relationship with Politics and Endorsements

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson declines to endorse a presidential candidate for the 2024 election, expressing regret over his 2020 endorsement causing division. He emphasizes his goal of uniting the country and criticizes "woke culture" and "cancel culture." While not revealing his vote, he pledges support for the elected president and dismisses any intention of running for office due to prioritizing his role as a father.

via USA TODAY|
#dwayne-johnson#endorsement#entertainment