HBO Max Temporarily Removes ‘Gone With the Wind’ From Library
An HBO Max spokesperson says “Gone With the Wind” will eventually return to the platform with a discussion about its historical context and a denouncement of its racist depictions.
On Tuesday, HBO Max removed the 1939 film from its library in the wake of protests over the death of George Floyd.
[...] Upon its release, “Gone With the Wind” broke theater attendance records and was the highest-grossing film of all time to that point. It still holds the record when adjusted for inflation. However, despite being considered one of the greatest films of all time, some film commentators have since criticized its depiction of slavery and Black people.
(Score: 2) by gtomorrow on Thursday June 11 2020, @06:57PM (2 children)
You're a strange bird, Danny B.
BTW, didn't you get the memo? [soylentnews.org]
(Score: 2) by DannyB on Thursday June 11 2020, @07:17PM (1 child)
There is hydrocodone. Which is cheaper and better than cannabis products.
Maybe it isn't the word you say so much as how intensely and sincerely you say it. And maybe how frequently. I definitely do not shy away from using my curse words. Well, maybe I do avoid them somewhat.
Once, and yes it actually was at a Disney World resort, I mentioned the seven basic curse words thing (above) to my wife and daughter, and they laughed hysterically for nearly an hour -- because they knew it was true.
A 'midden heap' is a reserved area of memory that the Java GC simply refuses to service.
(Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Thursday June 11 2020, @10:15PM
Sure, if you can find a doctor willing to give you a prescription. Yes, I'm fucking bitter.
Why don't the rioters burn down DEA buildings?