The Filmcast After Dark Preview: Zack Snyder's Troll Army, Bluey Fandom, Watching Shows Out of Order
Jul 23, 2022
Blake Howard, producer and creator of One Heat Minute Productions, joins the conversation to delve into the complexities of fandom. They discuss the controversial history of Zack Snyder's fanbase and the troubling reports of bot activity related to the Snyder Cut. Blake shares personal connections to James Caan and highlights the cultural impact of the beloved children's show Bluey. The hosts also explore the ethical dilemmas around toxic fandom and the lack of studio preparedness for online harassment.
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Bots Amplified Snyder Cut Campaign
- Rolling Stone revealed that about 13% of accounts in the #ReleaseTheSnyderCut conversation were flagged as fake, higher than normal trending topics.
- The hosts note this amplified but did not wholly create the movement, and other real factors also pushed the cut's release.
Creator Responsibility For Fan Behavior
- The panel argues Zack Snyder benefited from fan activism but failed to condemn abusive behavior decisively.
- They say Snyder knew his fanbase's power and nonetheless did not effectively repudiate harassment.
Danger Of Rewarding Toxic Fandom
- Rewarding toxic fandom with production outcomes creates a dangerous precedent for studios and creators.
- The panel worries that giving in to harassment teaches fans their tactics succeed.