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Veteran filmmaker Clint Eastwood is back with another Hollywood thriller projectJuror #2, and the courtroom drama starring Nicholas Hoult is the director’s 40th directorial project. However, it might reportedly be his last movie after a huge controversy arose.
Warner Bros, the studio that partnered with Eastwood, is giving the film a cold treatment for unknown reasons. It granted the movie a limited release and there are no present plans to expand its reach. Moreover, the company reportedly will not disclose the film’s box office grosses.
Fans Are Worried After Warner Bros’ Treatment of Clint Eastwood’s Latest Film
Clint Eastwood’sJuror #2was supposed to be released on Max, but it shifted to theatrical after screening the film. The recent buzz on Warner Bros choosing to bury the project from a well-known filmmaker already sounds like a peculiar move.
The 94-year-old director has teamed up with the studio for more than half a century, but it seems like the latter is reassessing its bond with Eastwood. It does not help that his most recent project, 2021’sCry Macho, tanked heavily at the box office.
Juror No. 2: Clint Eastwood Skips His Final Movie Premiere After WB’s Ultimate Disrespect for Hollywood’s One True Legend
So far, the picture garnered an impressive 91% approval rating based on 80 reviews onRotten Tomatoeswith a general consensus of “another terrific reminder of his knack for plain-spoken drama.” Sources revealed toVarietythat Warner Bros does not viewJuror #2as a major Academy Awards contender.
On Twitter, netizens share their suspicions regarding the famed studio’s treatment of Eastwood and his latest project. Read their tweets below:
I’m puzzled as to why they’re not giving this movie more support. Clint Eastwood really must have pissed off someone at the studio.
I don’t understand Warner Bros treatment of a genius like Eastwood.In addition, the movie is very good.🔝🎥👏
It’s an excellent film. Too bad it didn’t get a bigger theatrical release
Not reporting what it made?! Like what is their vendetta against this movie?! I do not get why Warner Bros hates their own movies so much.
Did Clint like piss in one of the WBDs executive’s coffee? Why are they burying his last film
While many believed he might have vexed someone at the studio enough to receive such punishment, others continued showing their support for the legendary filmmaker.
Nicholas Hoult Shares Experience Working onJuror #2
Nicholas Hoult, who played Justin Kemp, revealed what it was like working with Eastwood in his interview withWGN News. “It’s everything I could have possibly hoped and dreamed for,” he said, and later attested to the director’s “chill” personality. “The stories about one or two takes is true, but I think it’s very profound nature about him and in life as well,” the actor added.
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Many actors who have worked with the director were also impressed by hispleasant dispositionon movie sets, so there’s a huge mystery on what truly transpired between Eastwood and the higher-ups at Warner Bros.
Juror #2is now showing in limited theatres.
Ariane Cruz
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Ariane Cruz is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on TV shows with over 3,000 articles published. Her love for pop culture and the creative arts fuels her passion to deliver engaging and informative stories. Her daily consumption of films, shows, and books keeps her energized for the day, along with her mission to serve as the bridge between fans and their favorite franchises.
