The other major topic of discussion after Bruno was how badly Paula Abdul comes off in the movie. One of my friends decided that, regardless of the truth, she needs to pretend like she was in on the joke, is a big Sasha Baron Cohen fan, loved Borat, and was willing to do anything to [...]
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Putting the Fun Back in Bruno: You’ll Laugh Forever for a Minute
July 13th, 2009 · No Comments · AR, Arts and Entertainment
Tags: Bruno·idiocy·Paula Abdul
Taking the Fun Out of Bruno
July 13th, 2009 · 1 Comment · AR, Arts and Entertainment, Politics
First, I want to be clear that I laughed often and loudly at Bruno, and highly recommend seeing it. I am, however, troubled by the broader implications and share Emily’s fear that the movie “may push certain audiences to continue to believe that homophobic beliefs and behavior are acceptable.” As I’ve read assorted commentary on [...]
Tags: A.O. Scott·Bruno·Chris Rock·Emily Posts·gay rights·racism·Ron Paul·Shavlik Randolph·Slate