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Originally Published 1 year ago — by Greatandhra
Actor Siddharth criticized the success of Allu Arjun's film 'Pushpa: The Rule', comparing its crowd-gathering ability to that of a JCB construction site, implying that large crowds do not necessarily equate to quality. Despite his comments, the film has been a box-office hit, collecting Rs 880 crore worldwide, continuing the legacy of its predecessor 'Pushpa: The Rise'.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Actor and comedian Tim Dillon, who played a guard in 'Joker: Folie à Deux,' criticized the sequel as "the worst film ever made" during an interview on the Joe Rogan podcast. Dillon described the film as lacking a coherent plot and predicted its failure during production. The sequel, featuring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, was both a critical and commercial disappointment, earning only $200 million worldwide compared to the original's $1 billion.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent
Comedian Tim Dillon, who appeared briefly in "Joker: Folie à Deux," criticized the film as the "worst ever made," predicting it would flop due to its lack of plot and coherence. Despite negative reviews and poor box office performance, the film has defenders like Quentin Tarantino, who praised Joaquin Phoenix's performance and the film's chaotic spirit. Opinions on the film's merit remain divided, with some suggesting it may be appreciated more over time.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Bradley Cooper's performance in the Netflix biopic "Maestro," where he portrays legendary composer Leonard Bernstein, has faced criticism from viewers who found his mumbling dialogue difficult to understand, leading some to stop watching the film. Additionally, Cooper has been criticized for wearing a prosthetic nose to resemble Bernstein, with accusations of perpetuating Jewish stereotypes, a move that has been defended by Bernstein's children but still required an apology from the film's makeup artist, Kazu Hiro. Despite the controversies, the film has received support from Bernstein's family and is nominated for several Golden Globes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Los Angeles Times
Peloton instructor Jenn Sherman retracted her negative comment about Christopher Nolan's film "Tenet" after learning he was in her class during the remark. Nolan, who recently won a best director award for "Oppenheimer," used the incident to discuss the value of professional film criticism in his acceptance speech. Sherman posted a TikTok video apologizing and invited Nolan to an insult-free Peloton class, praising his new film "Oppenheimer."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Peloton instructor Jenn Sherman has humorously responded to Christopher Nolan's recounting of her critique of his film Tenet during a Peloton class. In a video, she expressed surprise that Nolan knew who she was and invited him to critique her class at the Peloton Studio. Nolan had shared the story of hearing Sherman's comments while working out during his acceptance speech for best director at the New York Film Critics Circle, sparking laughter and leading to his thoughts on film criticism. Sherman, acknowledging her confusion over Tenet, praised Nolan's film Oppenheimer and extended a lighthearted invitation to the director.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
During a virtual Peloton class, instructor Jenn Sherman candidly expressed confusion about Christopher Nolan's film "Tenet," not realizing she was still in class. Nolan later commented on the nature of film criticism in today's world at a New York event, suggesting that it should remain a professional rather than instinctual endeavor. The moment was captured and reported by CNN, highlighting the intersection of fitness, entertainment, and social media in contemporary culture.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Vulture
A Peloton instructor, Jenn Sherman, inadvertently reignited debate over Christopher Nolan's film "Tenet" during a class, leading to Nolan referencing the incident in a speech at the New York Film Critics Circle. Sherman's on-the-fly critique of the movie during a workout session in 2020 resurfaced after Nolan's mention, highlighting the director's view that film criticism should be left to professionals. Sherman later addressed the comment on TikTok, noting the challenging times of 2020 and expressing her preference for Nolan's more recent work, "Oppenheimer."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BuzzFeed News
At the New York Film Critics Circle ceremony, director Christopher Nolan humorously recounted an incident where a Peloton instructor criticized his film "Tenet" during a class, unaware that Nolan was participating. The instructor, Jenn Sherman, had expressed confusion over the movie's complex plot, saying it was "two and a half hours of my life that I want back." Social media users later found footage of the class. Sherman addressed the incident on Instagram, noting the improbability of Nolan attending her class years later and praising his latest film, "Oppenheimer." She also extended an invitation to Nolan to join another Peloton class, promising an insult-free experience.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Acclaimed director Christopher Nolan shared an anecdote about a Peloton instructor unknowingly criticizing his film "Tenet" during a workout class he was attending. This occurred as Nolan was accepting the best director award from the New York Film Critics Circle. He used the experience to discuss the nature of film criticism, emphasizing the importance of professional critics in the industry and the challenge of maintaining objectivity in film reviews. The Peloton instructor's comments about "Tenet" later resurfaced online, sparking further discussion.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
Christopher Nolan humorously shared an experience during his acceptance speech for Best Director at the New York Film Critics Circle, where a Peloton instructor criticized his film 'Tenet' during his workout. The instructor, Jenn Sherman, expressed confusion and frustration about the movie's complexity while Nolan was participating in the class. Nolan used this story to highlight the difference between professional film criticism and casual opinions, advocating for a more professional approach to film critique.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Weekly News
Acclaimed director Christopher Nolan shared a humorous anecdote during his Best Director acceptance speech at the New York Film Critics Circle, recounting how a Peloton instructor criticized one of his movies, likely Tenet, during a workout session. Nolan used the story to highlight the difference between professional film criticism and casual opinions, emphasizing the value of the former. Despite the instructor's comments, Nolan's latest film, Oppenheimer, has been a box office success and well-received by critics.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Weekly News
America Ferrera addressed criticism of her character's feminist monologue in the movie "Barbie," arguing that foundational messages about feminism remain necessary for many. She emphasized the importance of acknowledging different levels of understanding regarding women's experiences and the need for such discussions in society. Despite the speech being seen as basic by some, Ferrera highlighted its relevance, especially in places where the movie faced bans, and shared the pressure she felt in delivering the monologue effectively.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Christopher Nolan shared an anecdote about a Peloton instructor criticizing one of his movies during a workout session as he accepted the best director award from the New York Film Critics Circle. He discussed the nature of film criticism in today's world, emphasizing the importance of professional critics. Nolan's latest film, "Oppenheimer," has received positive reviews and is nominated for eight Golden Globe Awards, including best motion picture – drama.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Consequence
During his acceptance speech for the best director prize at the New York Film Critics Circle, Christopher Nolan shared a humorous story about his Peloton instructor criticizing one of his movies mid-workout, without realizing Nolan was in the class. Nolan used the anecdote to discuss the value of professional film criticism in a world saturated with opinions, emphasizing the importance of critics' objective and thoughtful interpretations. His latest film, "Oppenheimer," has been well-received and is a potential contender for Best Picture at the upcoming Academy Awards.