Captain America star Anthony Mackie found himself in hot water last week when he made controversial comments about his character not representing America, despite being called Captain America. Now, he’s back in the headlines for cautioning fans not to compare another character in the film to Donald Trump.
In an interview with Esquire, Mackie addressed rumors that Red Hulk, the alter ego of Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford, was meant to portray President Trump in the upcoming Marvel film "Captain America: Brave New World." Mackie shut down these speculations and urged fans to "chill out."
He stated, "I hope, as a country, we’re tired of all the political jousting. Let’s just go to the movies and chill out. We could’ve made this mother** yellow and it would’ve been a problem."
While Mackie may have been trying to diffuse any political comparisons, his remarks only seemed to fan the flames further. Critics and fans alike took to social media to express their disapproval of his comments, with some citing it as a reason why the right side of the country dislikes Hollywood and Disney.
The backlash against Mackie’s statements could potentially harm the success of the film, which has already faced challenges during production. Reports suggest that the movie may struggle to break even at the box office, adding to the already troubled production history.
This situation serves as a reminder that actors should be cautious when delving into political discussions, as it can have a negative impact on their work and the projects they are associated with. In the case of Anthony Mackie, it might be wise for him to refrain from making further controversial statements and focus on promoting the film in a more positive light.
