'Fox must be left w/ nothing but My Pillow & catheters': James Mangold's scathing critique and call for Boycott!

"The Murdochs have inflicted so much damage": James Mangold's Rallying Cry

In an act of outspoken defiance, Ford v Ferrari director James Mangold has slammed the gavel down on Fox. Following the pro-Trump protestors' mobbing of Capitol Hill in January 2021, Mangold's voice rings clear and resounding. He's called on Hollywood to boycott the US channel Fox, a property known for its connection to the conservative Murdoch family.

In a passionate plea via Twitter, Mangold urged fellow creators to "cancel appearances on Fox" and avoid programing ads with the channel. He minced no words, stating, "Watching lawlessness in our capitol – thugs supporting a coup – & deeply saddened. The Murdochs have inflicted so much racism, sexism, virulent lies & damage to our nation. Fellow content makers, we must cancel appearances on Fox & use our power to keep ads 4 our shows off Fox."

"Fox Must Be Left with Nothing but 'My Pillow' & Catheters": Mangold's Unapologetic Stance

Mangold's criticisms did not stop with the channel. He boldly called out Fox News directly, placing the blame squarely on them for their role in creating and supporting the Trump presidency. "Fox created this president and supports [Trump’s] enablers," he wrote.

Moreover, Mangold's statement exudes a sense of moral urgency, declaring, "If we don't damn the seditious network of Tucker, Sean, Dobbs, etc, if we can't deny them our $, then we're cowards or worse. Fox must be left w/ nothing but 'My Pillow' & catheters."

It's a line drawn in the sand, a statement that echoes through the halls of Hollywood, where whispers of condemnation often fall short of action.

Reflection and Regret: Mangold's Relationship with Fox

Acknowledging his past associations, Mangold candidly expressed regret over his previous collaborations with Fox. In an introspective tweet, he wrote, "I regret that films I made in the past made money for the Murdochs."

Mangold's sentiments were echoed by fellow director Judd Apatow, who pointed a finger at Fox News for "creat[ing] all of this."

Concluding Notes: A Call for Change

In a world often overshadowed by political intrigue and corporate interests, Mangold's call for a boycott represents a stark deviation from the norm. It is a reminder of the power and responsibility that creators wield, and a beckoning for integrity in an industry often marred by compromise.

Whether or not Hollywood heeds his call, James Mangold's words remain etched as a bold and uncompromising stand against a system he believes has gone astray.

(Several parts of the text in this article, including the title, were generated with the help of an AI tool.)

As reported by The Independent, published on January 7, 2021.