NBC series ducks document scandal, throws shade at GOP newbie George Santos.
Publication: Hollywood in Toto
Woke Festivals Punish “Problematic” Films
Today’s festivals steer clear of films that might provoke a minority of the woke brigade.
The Hollywood Reporter Runs Cover for Woke Disney
Outlet ignores obvious cultural reasons for Mouse House’s 2022 slump.
Russell Brand Shreds “Nepo Baby” Pelosi Propaganda Documentary
Imagine the reaction to a documentary about President Donald Trump directed by … Don Jr. It’s exactly what HBO bought with “Pelosi in the House,” which was directed by her daughter. Comedian and rabble-rouser Russell Brand has some thoughts on the subject. Brand, whose six million YouTube flock has made him a powerful pop culture voice, excoriated the very idea of a Pelosi-on-Pelosi documentary.
Sebastian Maniscalco Goes Nuclear on Woke Snowflakes
He even blasted the new real estate-speak where “walk-in closets” are problematic because not every home dweller is able to stroll in and out. Woke sensitivities are clearly top of mind for Maniscalco lately, even though his act remains among the cleanest and least offensive around.
“Pelosi in the House” Documentary Marks New Low for Media Bias
HBO hired Nancy Pelosi’s filmmaking daughter to shoot a documentary about mom. Just imagine a platform like HBO or Showtime releasing a docuseries on President Donald Trump produced by Ivanka or Eric Trump. It’s not possible because it wouldn’t happen. Nor should it.
Woke-Free “Ticket to Paradise” Brings Rom-Coms Back from the Abyss
Clooney-Roberts pairing defies cultural wisdom (but there’s a catch).
Oscar-Bait Movies Keep Tanking at the Box Office
In Biden’s America, audiences want escapism for their dwindling cash reserves. The awards season entries just aren’t delivering. The talent behind these films aren’t helping themselves. James Gray of “Armageddon Time” fame insulted GOP voters while promoting the film.
Why “Call Jane” Box Office Woes Spell Trouble for Dems
Pro-abortion drama’s fate suggests voters have other issues top of mind.
Netflix Rejects Woke and Stages Stunning Comeback
Team Netflix tightened its belt and, more importantly, took a stand for creative freedom. Actions included: embraced Dave Chappelle despite a relentless Cancel Culture attack for his trans jokes; told woke employees to find work elsewhere if its content offended them; and quit on woke content like Meghan Markle’s “Pearl” series and “Antiracist Baby.”
Chris Pratt Is the New Tim Tebow
Tebow became a “controversial” figure in the sport for being openly Christian.The press’ reaction to Pratt’s fame has been Tebow-like in its intensity. He’s been skewered for allegedly belonging to a church that is hostile to the LGBTQ+ community (not true).
Why “Gutfeld!” Matters Even More Than Conservatives Think
“Gutfeld!” offers something other late-night shows don’t – jokes aimed at Team Biden and the progressive agenda. And, given President Joe Biden’s rickety approval ratings, that matters. It’s clear other networks could have served up their own “Gutfeld!”-like show but refused to engage with Red State USA. They left money on the table and continue to do so by failing to clone the “Gutfeld!” model.
In Biden’s America, Violence Crashes Hollywood’s Gates
The Democrats’ soft-on-crime policies, anti-cop messaging and far-Left prosecutors have unleashed a frightening crime wave. And said crime keeps invading Hollywood, Inc. The latest example? Production on NBC’s “Chicago Fire” stopped Wednesday when shots rang out on Chicago’s West Side.
Jennifer Lawrence’s Intolerance Hurts the Country
The Oscar-winner’s anti-Republican rant is worse than divisive virtue signaling.
Director Robert Davi Did the Unexpected in the film “My Son Hunter”
While the trailer for “My Son Hunter” makes no apologies about showing political corruption up close, Davi said viewers may feel some “sympathy” for the Biden offspring. It’s not enough to excuse any alleged crimes, though.
Does Hollywood’s Conservative Blacklist Extend to Music Industry?
Right-leaning smashes ignored by radio, find followings on free speech platforms.
Media Panic Over Late Night’s Lack of Diversity
Samantha Bee, we hardly knew you. Desus & Mero channeled the legendary Martin and Lewis split. And, right on schedule, the mainstream media is clutching its pearls at late night TV’s lack of diversity. Too many straight white males getting all the eyeballs (and absurdly large paychecks).
Biden’s Biggest Failure Getting HBO Closeup with Kabul Documentary
“Escape from Kabul,” debuting Sept. 21 on HBO, captures 18 “monumental days,” according to the pay channel following the withdrawal of U.S. troops after 20 years of conflict. The Afghanistan withdrawal deserves a tough, and objectively fair, retelling. Will HBO be up to the challenge?
Joyce Carol Oates Says White Authors Face Discrimination
Liberal author defies tribal identity, calls out publishers for blocking white talent.
Should Conservatives Harass Comedian Samantha Bee in Restaurants?
Should she never eat a meal in peace again outside her gated home? We’re playing by her rules, right? There’s an argument to be made that this is the only way to bring an end to Bee’s vile rhetoric. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez similarly cheered on protesting politicians wherever they go … and then wailed when a comic called out her “booty” on the steps of Congress.
Bette Midler, Macy Gray Battle to Survive Latest Woke Wave
Stars question trans orthodoxy at their own peril, but what happens next?
Could Kyle Rittenhouse Sue Bill Burr?
The freewheeling comic slanders acquitted shooter in Netflix comedy special.
It Was a Big Mistake for Matthew McConaughey to Pick His Political Party
In a way, he’s everything we want in a celebrity sticking his neck out on the issues of the day. Except he just made the biggest mistake of his quasi-political life. He chose a side. And he chose badly for more than a few reasons.
“2000 Mules,” the Fake-Election Film, Is the Year’s Top-Grossing Documentary
According to Box Office Mojo, “2000 Mules” has earned $1.3 million in two weeks of release. Most documentaries earn much less than a $1 million. Some would cheer earning half that amount.