Because I see people pulling the “I just want to enjoy movies!” card and go forth, literally nobody is stopping them.

But what they mean is they want everyone to shut up so they won’t feel any twinges.

Too bad.

The system doesn’t bolster those who were correct but ignored. The system bolsters those who can get noticed. And if you were ignored, well that’s a strike against.

And you can watch (rewatch) the full film here. Do it. And one semester I’ll include it in my Cities, Power, and Cinema seminar. RIP Christine Choy and Vincent Chin 🙏🏾

Media companies (publishing, TV, movies, etc) fired writers en masse opting instead for formulaic bullshit.

Now they're all confused why people "don't read" or why Hollywood is dying. Top down flagellation.

I knew the reply would be fucking stupid but good God. It isn't having the same thoughts for people to hold you accountable. His fans probably suffering from all kinds of political and economic strife that he thinks is fine simce they have different thoughts.