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Here's who killed the #MeToo movement (with Kat Tenbarge)

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Public Perception and Media Dynamics in the Depp-Heard Trial

This chapter examines the intense public and media reactions to the domestic violence allegations between Amber Heard and Johnny Depp, particularly during the 2016 courtroom events. It highlights how social media and fandom culture influenced public sentiment, often skewing perceptions against Heard amidst a backdrop of online hostility and conspiracy theories. Furthermore, the chapter addresses the complex interplay between legal outcomes in the UK and US, and how those outcomes shaped public discourse surrounding the high-profile defamation cases.

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