I few years ago I saw the trailer for the film Hanna and was very intrigued and intended to see it in the theater. Then I read an interview with the director where he said that all Republicans are stupid and racist. So I changed my mind and didn’t go. Of course, the film tanked. Why would any rational person do what he did, and anger half (or more, of his potential audience? What’s the gain?
At least be like the South Park guys who insult both. I can live with that.
I didn’t know that about _Hanna_; saw it (free).
While certainly not a bad movie, it was NOT something the general public would get excited about in large $$$. The story was emotionally straining, with lots of visceral violence ... not “fun” by any means.
_Hateful_8_ may very well be the same: good for what it is, but most of the general public has a limit to the visceral emotional strain they’re willing to pay for when seeking a fun couple hours.