Beloved author Jodi Picoult
initiated a fierce attack on Hollywood’s upper echelons for ‘submitting’ and declining to produce films that might offend President Trump.
The bestselling author of
My Sister’s Keeper
thumped an ‘unidentified streaming platform’ I
In a video posted online,
TikTok
following the abrupt cancellation of plans to adapt her 2021 book into a film.
On Friday, she revealed that after four years, they have decided to cancel the project because “‘the new administration doesn’t wish to pursue a narrative involving COVID-19.'”
Although Picoult did not specifically identify the streaming platform, it is commonly recognized as
Netflix
obtained the rights to her pandemic-era book Wish You Were Here again.
The book revolves around a
NYC
A lady around 28 years old, whose existence was drastically altered with the onset of the pandemic and the ensuing quarantine measures.
Picoult was responding to a question on TikTok about why more of her books haven’t been turned into movies.
As she stated, “This is precisely what I refer to when mentioning that even locations known for their progressive stance, such as Hollywood, are afraid of the Trump administration.”
‘There will be repercussions for them if they refuse to submit.’
During his second term, Trump employed aggressive negotiation strategies to compel CEOs and various sectors to agree to significant compromises.
He even
imposed unusually high tariffs on several of America’s closest allies.
However, in a gesture of affection for his beloved movies, Trump has attempted to recreate scenes from Hollywood.
in his likeness while
railing against the
cinema hub for its
‘wokeness
.’
He threatened to enforce a 100 percent tax on movies produced abroad with the aim of
relocate productions back to Hollywood
, caution: “The movie industry in America is facing an extremely rapid decline.”
Trump also appointed several Ambassadors to Hollywood – right-leaning celebrities who
supported him throughout his election campaign
including Mel Gibson and Sylvester Stallone.
However, Picoult contends that Trump’s participation has made the industry softer. This sector previously resisted the ex-reality TV show host but now appears more cautious due to his influence on executives and high-ranking officials.
Adding to Picoult’s troubles, officials from the Trump administration have publicly criticized how the US has managed the Covid pandemic.
Trump himself has
supported a widely discussed hypothesis suggesting the virus originated in a laboratory in Wuhan, China.
As of late, his government restricted authorization for yearly COVID-19 booster doses to just seniors and individuals who face a higher risk of contracting the virus.
“I suppose that implies I should venture out and pen a story about an anti-vaccination advocate married to someone who believes Ukraine initiated a conflict with itself, and their child consumes unpasteurized milk,” Picoult stated.
‘Do you want to go ahead with that, huh, Hollywood?’
Picoult’s critique represents the most recent addition to a series of allegations suggesting that Hollywood has been walking on eggshells to avoid upsetting Trump throughout his presidency.
Oscar-nominated film The Apprentice, based on Trump’s early years as an up-and-coming businessman, struggled to
secure a streaming deal
following Trump’s criticism of the movie.
“It’s challenging to be innovative when fear holds you back,” Tom Nunan, who is associated with the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television, stated to the Los Angeles Times.
I believe that individuals haven’t truly determined their course of action yet, how to convey their thoughts, or which method will prove to be the most impactful.
Picoult received an outpouring of support from fans who were worried that Netflix might ruin the adaptation and were displeased with how Hollywood had altered the conclusion of her latest work for the big screen.
“After they spoiled My Sister’s Keeper, I’ll stick to just reading the books,” a devoted follower commented.
In response to queries in the comment section regarding one of her previous works, Picoult discussed “Sing You Home.” This novel revolves around a woman who wishes to utilize frozen embryos conceived with her former husband alongside her current partner.
The rights for the film were obtained by Ellen DeGeneres way back in 2011. A fan enquired: “Whatever became of that?”
Picoult countered with a startling remark about Ellen, stating: “The amount of alcohol needed to recount that tale would be impossible to find worldwide.”
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