In Plain Sight

[Gemini Cricket]

iSm and I have this ongoing discussion about Mel Gibson. I don't watch anything that Gibson is attached to. He's antisemitic and a homophobe. But iSm, the gay Jew, has no problems with him or his films. Go fig.

[lizziebith]

^^ perfect example. I used to love him, now can't watch anything he's connected with. It a visceral thing...I don't care how well-reviewed some of his stuff might be, I just CAN'T give it a look. Maybe it's how some of us are wired...

[alphabassettgrrl]

Originally Posted by Gemini Cricket

iSm and I have this ongoing discussion about Mel Gibson. I don't watch anything that Gibson is attached to. He's antisemitic and a homophobe. But iSm, the gay Jew, has no problems with him or his films. Go fig.

I used to enjoy some of his films, but lately? I just can't do it. I'm not sure if his style has changed or if it's because I've seen his public behavior. Either way- I'm no longer a fan.

I agree that works of art ought to be viewed on their own merits, but knowing sordid facts about the creator sometimes puts me off no matter how much I previously liked their work.