Spike Lee is Back! This Time with a highly controversial film Titled "CHIRAQ". The Trailer released last week and caused a firestorm of controversy from critics both in and out of Hollywood. Lets take a look into why....
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Chicago has had an ongoing problem with Gun violence. In the year 2015 Alone there have been more than 2600 Shooting Victims! Stemming from a combination of issues within the community such as lack of Jobs, Increased Gang Activity, etc. This is where the term "Chiraq" Stems from as a combination of Chicago and Iraq. Many people are not happy with this nickname in the city and don't care for its promotion. Although Chicago has very strict Gun Laws, these laws rarely stop guns from getting into the wrong hands. Chicago is otherwise known as a beautiful city with much to offer outside of the situation that is portrayed in the film, and this is where the problem lies. Many local Chicagoans expressed took to social media to express themselves...
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SpikeLee exploited poor people
Lil Bibby
That Chiraq trailer look like a Parody
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Damn Spikey..... Chiraq isn't defined enough on that movie! It should be showing what's really going on.
Others were upset about the casting selection and otherwise mockery of the culture as a whole. Spike Lee himself eventually responded explaining that the movie is not a Comedy, and is actually a Satire. He explained that the purpose is draw attention to the matter and otherwise use humor to further drive the point home. He has done this before in some of his other films Such as "Do The Right Thing" and "Bamboozled". Check Out his Response Below...
I think Spike Lee's Plan is working perfectly. People are talking about the subject and that is exactly what he wanted. As for the Critics, you have to look at it from the perspective of both sides. Could he have picked more accurate cast members or done more research into the actual culture to make it look more authentic? But, How can you express more outrage over the film than the actual situation? Will you be going to see it.? Chiraq the Movie releases in theaters nationwide on December 4th., 2015. Let us know your thoughts in the Comment Section Below.
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