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culture28 days ago•15 min saved

Wuthering Heights divides audiences as Fennell's remake sparks backlash

Emerald Fennell's bold adaptation of Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights has become this year's most divisive film, triggering intense discourse over casting (Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi aging up Cathy and Heathcliff), perceived whitewashing, and modernized styling. Backlash cites devotion to the original text and concerns about authenticity, while supporters point to provocative flair and potential for a new classic, with early screenings stirring strong reactions and raising anticipation.

via BBC|

#bronte-fans #casting-controversy #culture

entertainment1 month ago•17 min saved

Odessa A’zion Leaves Deep Cuts After Casting Backlash

Odessa A’zion has withdrawn from Sean Durkin’s Deep Cuts, the A24 adaptation of Holly Brickley’s novel, following online backlash to her casting as Zoe Gutierrez, a half-Mexican and half-Jewish character. She said she hadn’t read the book when she accepted the role and apologized to fans, noting the project was set to shoot in February with Cailee Spaeny and Drew Starkey.

via hollywoodreporter.com|

#a24 #casting-backlash #deep-cuts

history1 year ago•6 min saved

Unpacking the Myths and Realities of Thanksgiving's Origins

The article critiques the traditional narrative of Thanksgiving, highlighting its colonial origins and the violent history of European settlers' interactions with Indigenous peoples, such as the Pequot Massacre. It argues that the holiday's portrayal as a harmonious event between Pilgrims and Native Americans whitewashes the reality of genocide and land dispossession faced by Indigenous communities. The authors emphasize the ongoing impact of these historical injustices on Native populations and call for a more honest acknowledgment of history.

via CounterPunch|

#colonialism #history #indigenous-peoples

gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

Genshin Impact Faces Backlash Over Natlan Character Designs

Genshin Impact faces significant backlash for whitewashing characters in its upcoming Natlan update, which is inspired by Latin American and African cultures. Fans and voice actors are calling for Hoyoverse to depict characters with darker skin tones, leading to petitions and social media campaigns.

via Kotaku|

#cultural-appropriation #gaming #genshin-impact

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

"Netflix's '3 Body Problem' Cast Confronts Whitewashing Criticism and Cut Backstory"

The cast of the upcoming Netflix series "3 Body Problem" addresses concerns of whitewashing and cultural dilution, assuring fans that the adaptation does justice to the original Chinese novels. While some fans expressed worries about the story being led by non-Asian creators, the cast emphasizes that the adaptation has the author's blessing and aims to globalize the story while still honoring the cultural context of the source material.

via NBC News|

#3-body-problem #adaptation #chinese-novels

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Demands Skin Tone Change for Wax Figure

A wax museum in Paris, Musée Grévin, has announced that it will redo its wax statue of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson after facing criticism for whitewashing the figure. The statue, which was unveiled last week, received widespread ridicule on social media, with users pointing out its white skin tone. Johnson himself joined in the criticism, reposting a video on Instagram expressing his disappointment. The museum has acknowledged the feedback and stated that its artists are working on improving the waxwork.

via The Guardian|

#dwayne-johnson #entertainment #musee-grevin

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Joseph Fiennes regrets controversial Michael Jackson role

Joseph Fiennes expressed regret over his decision to play Michael Jackson in a 2017 episode of "Urban Myths," acknowledging it was a "wrong decision" and a "bad mistake." The episode was pulled before broadcast due to backlash over Fiennes' casting and prosthetic nose to play Jackson. Fiennes also revealed he turned down a five-picture deal from Harvey Weinstein and believes it hurt his career.

via NBC News|

#entertainment #harvey-weinstein #joseph-fiennes