Studio says it will cancel release of ‘The Hunt’ after backlash

Universal Pictures says it is canceling the release of “The Hunt” following intense backlash from conservatives and President Trump over the politically charged violence depicted in the purported satire.

“While Universal Pictures had already paused the marketing campaign for ‘The Hunt,’ after thoughtful consideration, the studio has decided to cancel our plans to release the film,” a Universal Pictures spokesperson told The Hill in a statement.

“We stand by our filmmakers and will continue to distribute films in partnership with bold and visionary creators, like those associated with this satirical social thriller, but we understand that now is not the right time to release this film.”

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The Willpower
4 years ago

This movie is on the same plane as ‘The Hunger Games’.

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a follower
4 years ago

Some may gain some insight and Truth from this;

Thomas Dowling
4 years ago

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