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After American Eagle Backlash, Sweeney's New Film Falters

Americana pulls in just $500K during its debut weekend, though not all think it's a 'bomb'

(Newser) - The Sydney Sweeney-American Eagle controversy has perhaps taken a new turn, as it relates to the actor's latest film. The Hollywood Reporter notes that Americana, which premiered at SXSW two years ago, was generally well received by critics initially, although its Rotten Tomatoes rating currently stands at a middling...

AOC Video Marked as Fake Fools Chris Cuomo

He demanded to know why Democrat was addressing Sweeney jeans controversy

(Newser) - NewsNation anchor Chris Cuomo apparently needs some tips on how to spot a deepfake video. He was mocked Wednesday after he shared an obviously fake AI-generated video that depicted Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaking in Congress about the Sydney Sweeney jeans ad controversy , reports the Guardian . Clues that it was...

Trump Enters the Fray Over Sydney Sweeney Ads

President says the 'tide has seriously turned' against 'woke' criticism

(Newser) - President Trump is Team Sydney. The president on Monday weighed in on the social media circus that has erupted over the actor's viral jeans campaign for American Eagle. Critics on the left see the jeans/genes theme as a nod to eugenics and even white supremacy, and defenders on the...

The Competing Views on Those Sydney Sweeney Ads
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The Competing Views on Those Sydney Sweeney Ads

One is that the jeans/genes campaign 'is just a pun, not a secret salute to white supremacy'

(Newser) - The week is about wrapped up, and it appears the Sydney Sweeney ad furor might be petering out. For those who missed it, Mike Bebernes at Yahoo Entertainment has a recap. "What started out as a buzzy commercial starring one of Hollywood's most in-demand actresses has quickly spiraled...

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