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The Math Doesn’t Lie: ‘Furiosa’ Is a Dud, Mahershala Ali Trades ‘Blade’ for ‘Jurassic,’ ‘Moana 2’ Gets Lukewarm Trailer and More

The Math Doesn’t Lie: ‘Furiosa’ Is a Dud, Mahershala Ali Trades ‘Blade’ for ‘Jurassic,’ ‘Moana 2’ Gets Lukewarm Trailer and More

Here's a fun game: Every time we get a big show or movie allegedly centered on underrepresented demographics, see how often the breakout star is the white guy.

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May 31, 2024
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In today’s jaw-dropping newsletter…

  • Why it was fair to call Furiosa a box office disaster days into release.

  • The Moana 2 trailer pales compared to the spectacular Frozen II teaser.

  • For Mahershala Ali, joining Jurassic World > playing Blade for the MCU.

  • Chris Hemsworth again proves himself to be box office teflon, but he’s not alone.

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