Hillary Clinton criticized for making Oscars snubs about herself, dubbed ‘Barbie
Hillary Clinton Mocked for Comparing Herself to Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie
Former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton is facing backlash on social media after comparing herself to Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie, who were not nominated for individual Academy Awards for their work on “Barbie.”
Greta & Margot,
While it can sting to win the box office but not take home the gold, your millions of fans love you.
You’re both so much more than Kenough. #HillaryBarbie
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) January 24, 2024
Clinton’s comparison sparked a wave of criticism, with many reminding her of the mistakes she made during the 2016 election, particularly her failure to campaign in Wisconsin.
“Margot really should’ve visited Wisconsin,” one popular reply says.
“How dare those other women get nominated. This is just more proof of sexism in the entertainment industry,” another says.
“Barbie was a bad movie. Just because it made a lot of money doesn’t make it good or a winner. Similarly, just because Hillary Clinton got a lot of votes doesn’t make her good or President of the United States,” another comment said. “Oppenheimer was a much better film. And Trump a better candidate.”
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The film “Oppenheimer” received the most Oscar nominations this year with 13 total, including Best Picture and Best Director. “Poor Things” came in second with 11 nominations. “Barbie” received eight nominations, including Best Picture, but fans were disappointed that Margot Robbie was not nominated for Best Actress and Greta Gerwig was not a contender for Best Director.
Meanwhile, Ryan Gosling, the male lead in “Barbie,” was nominated for Best Supporting Actor. America Ferrara, another actress in the film, was nominated for Best Supporting Actress.
The controversy surrounding “Barbie” intensified when the filmmakers fought to have it classified as an “Original Screenplay” but failed. As an Adapted Screenplay, ”Barbie” will compete against strong contenders like “Poor Things” and Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer,” making it more challenging to win.
The Oscars will air on Sunday, March 10, and will be hosted by late-night star Jimmy Kimmel.
How did the lack of Academy Award nominations for Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie in “Barbie” contribute to the backlash against Clinton’s comparison?
In the 2016 election doesn’t make her a successful candidate,” another Twitter user criticizes.
The backlash against Clinton’s comparison stems from the fact that Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie were not nominated for Academy Awards for their work on the movie “Barbie.” Despite the film’s commercial success, it failed to secure any nominations, leading many to question its quality and artistic merit. Clinton’s attempt to equate herself with Gerwig and Robbie, who faced disappointment in their Oscar bid, was seen by many as tone-deaf and out of touch.
Furthermore, critics pointed out that Clinton’s comparison seemed to divert attention from her own shortcomings, particularly her failed campaign strategy in the 2016 election. Her failure to visit and connect with important swing states like Wisconsin was seen as a crucial mistake that ultimately cost her the election. By comparing herself to Gerwig and Robbie, Clinton was accused of deflecting responsibility and attempting to gain sympathy for her own perceived injustices.
The Twitter replies to Clinton’s tweet highlighted the frustration and anger felt by many towards her comparison. One social media user sarcastically commented that Margot Robbie should have visited Wisconsin, clearly alluding to Clinton’s failure to do so. This remark not only criticized Clinton’s lack of presence in key battleground states but also highlighted the irony of comparing herself to actresses who faced disappointment while ignoring her own political missteps.
Another Twitter user raised the issue of sexism in the entertainment industry, suggesting that the lack of nominations for Gerwig and Robbie demonstrates a deeper systemic problem. This criticism implies that Clinton’s comparison is an attempt to exploit the issue of gender inequality to garner sympathy or distract from her own political failures.
Furthermore, some Twitter users questioned the quality of the movie “Barbie” itself, asserting that commercial success does not necessarily equate to a good film. They drew a parallel to Clinton’s electoral support, pointing out that receiving a high number of votes does not make one a competent or successful candidate.
Overall, Clinton’s comparison of herself to Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie has been met with widespread criticism on social media. The backlash emphasizes the need for public figures to be aware of the context and implications of their statements, especially when attempting to draw parallels and make personal comparisons. This incident serves as a reminder that allusions and comparisons should be made thoughtfully and with consideration for their potential impact on the audience.
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