Classic Movie ~ Vintage Bette Davis : Jezebel (1938)

When I was growing up, Sunday afternoons were special.  My big sister and I loved to watch movies on TV. We both especially loved Bette Davis; whether she was a bad lady or a good girl, she was a SUPER STAR!! 

In this particular movie, she was Julie Morrison, a brazen, sassy, bold, and audacious Southern belle. She dared to be an independent woman with a mind of her own, who challenged society's norms. In the process of being rebellious, arrogant, and contrary, she caused a rift between her and her future husband. What did she do that was so outrageous and shameful? Uumm … she showed up to a party in a red dress!

I was very young at the time, and being that red is my favorite color, I didn't get what all the huffing and puffing was about. My older sister explained to me that refined and cultured women in polite society would never wear a red dress. That's the mark of a whore!! A wicked woman!! A she-devil!!

With that very clear and graphic explanation provided by my big sister, I was able to better understand this scene and this line in the movie, and that also explains the name of the movie.

“𝙄 𝙥𝙪𝙩 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪, 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙡 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙡𝙮 𝙄 𝙖𝙨𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙢𝙚.” ~ Bette Davis - JEZEBEL (1938)

(All that groveling, and then the man told her he got married and left her in the dust! Her reaction was a typical Southern Belle response.  "You're funning."😲😢)

♦ Bette Davis - "I'm Kneeling To You" from Jezebel (1938)

♦ Filmsite Movie Review: Jezebel (1938) ~ "The film earned a total of five Academy Award nominations with two major Oscar victories. Bette Davis won her second (and last) Academy Award for her portrayal of the tempestuous, manipulative Southern ante-bellum New Orleans belle for Warner Bros." 

More trivia? Bette Davis’s first Oscar was for Best Actress for the film Dangerous (1935).  She wasn’t even officially nominated that year — but her performance was so powerful that the Academy gave her the award through a special write‑in vote. Classic Bette: too good to ignore.

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Here are some fascinating, lesser-known facts about Jezebel (1938) with Bette Davis:

1. Bronze vs. Red Dress
   Although Julie Marsden’s iconic gown at the Olympus Ball is widely remembered as red, on film it was actually a bronze colored dress. The reason: bronze showed up better on black and white film than red would. (IMDb)

2. Delayed and Over Budget — Wyler’s Perfectionism
   The production ran 28 days behind schedule, and the film was significantly over its original budget (about $400,000 over). Much of the delay came from director William Wyler demanding many takes and insisting on precision, especially in scenes with Bette Davis. (Watch TCM)

3. Multiple Costume Workers & Expense
   About 75 seamstresses worked for roughly a month on the costumes. The film’s wardrobe budget was large, with some dresses (like the bronze /red dress) costing about $850 each. Overall, several thousand dollars were spent on costumes. (AFI Catalog)

4. Rushed into Production in Response to Gone With the Wind
   Warner Bros. moved Jezebel forward in part because they saw the success and impending cultural presence of Gone With the Wind. They wanted a Southern set, antebellum romance starring Bette Davis to hit screens beforehand. (Watch TCM)

5. Broadway Origins & Flop
   The movie was adapted from a Broadway play by Owen Davis Sr., which had opened and closed in 1933 after only 32 performances. Miriam Hopkins originally played Julie in the play. (Classic Movie Hub - CMH)

6. Casting Last Minute Changes
   Henry Fonda was not originally cast as Pres Dillard. He replaced another actor (Jeffrey Lynn) who could not be released from another commitment. (Classic Movie Hub - CMH)

7. Personal and Romantic Tensions Behind The Scenes
   On set, there were personal entanglements: Bette Davis and William Wyler developed a romantic relationship during filming. Also, there was tension with Henry Fonda early on about the many takes and schedule delays. (IMDb)

8. Wyler’s Directorial Insight vs. Davis’s Artistry
   One famous anecdote: Wyler made Davis watch dailies (the raw uncut takes) with him and showed her a take of Julie coming down a staircase — she’d been irritated by how many takes it took. But in the dailies, she saw a single take with a fleeting expression that captured the essence of Julie, and it changed how she trusted Wyler’s process. (IMDb)

9. Role of Close-ups Without Leading Man
   Because Fonda had a contractual commitment and had to leave before all of Davis’s close-ups were shot, some close-ups of Davis were done without Fonda opposite her. That meant she often had to emote and react off-screen, relying on direction rather than partner chemistry in certain scenes. (AFI Catalog)

10. Costume Continuity Goof (Sleeves Disappear)
    A small but interesting “goof”: In some shots of the gown, the red/bronze dress has sleeves, and in others (including the ball scene) it appears sleeveless. Continuity in costume wasn’t perfect. (IMDb)

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REFERENCES:

“Jezebel (1938) – Trivia & Fun Facts.” Turner Classic Movies (TCM). Includes info on the 28-day delay, costume budget, red/bronze dress, etc. (WatchTCM)

“Jezebel – Catalog Entry.” AFI Catalog (American Film Institute). Provides production details including costuming, shooting schedule, completion date, etc. (AFICatalog)

“Facts about ‘Jezebel’ – Classic Movie Hub.” ClassicMovieHub. Various trivia tidbits: delays, stage play origin, etc. (ClassicMovie Hub - CMH)

“Happy Birthday, Bette Davis—You ‘Jezebel’!” Library of Congress – Now See Hear! Blog. Background on the Broadway play origins, Wyler’s interest in the play, etc. (The Library of Congress)

“Exploring JEZEBEL (1938)” – Kellee Pratt (blog). On Wyler’s directorial style, takes, costume details, and anecdotes about the film’s production. (Outspoken & Freckled)

Bette Davis Movies on Amazon Prime Video

FLOWERS OF SHANGHAI (1998) - Criterion Collection (Reblog)

This post, in fact, this entire blog is too wonderful to not reblog and call attention to. I love Asian cinema and this classic Taiwanese drama film has been aptly described by the blog publisher with these words: 

"Composed in a languorous procession of entrancing long takes, Flowers of Shanghai evokes a vanished world of decadence and cruelty, an insular universe where much of the dramatic action remains tantalizingly offscreen—even as its emotional fallout registers with quiet devastation."

Continue reading and you won't be disappointed. FLOWERS OF SHANGHAI (1998) - Criterion Collection | The Entertainment Factor

If This Movie Appeals to You, Here is Another Recommednation:

The Flowers of War (2011)

Unfolds during the horrific 1937 Nanjing Massacre, where Japanese forces overrun the city, leaving civilians desperate for sanctuary. An American mortician, John Miller (Christian Bale), arrives at a cathedral expecting to prepare a priest’s body, only to find himself the only adult male among a group of terrified schoolgirls. Soon after, a group of courtesans also seeks refuge in the church, creating tension between innocence and worldliness.

As the Japanese army closes in, Miller reluctantly assumes the role of protector, disguising himself as a priest to shield the women. What begins as an act of survival evolves into a profound story of sacrifice, as each character confronts the brutality around them and discovers unexpected depths of courage. The film blends harrowing wartime realism with deeply human moments, highlighting compassion in the face of overwhelming violence.

• REF: The Flowers of War (2011) Full Movie Summary | Plot Explained

Lead Characters & Actors

• John Miller – an American mortician posing as a priest (played by Christian Bale)

• Yu Mo – a strong-willed courtesan (played by Ni Ni)

• Shu – one of the schoolgirls (played by Zhang Xinyi)

• Major Li (played by Tong Dawei)

• Colonel Hasegawa (played by Atsuro Watabe)

Awards & Critical Praise

• The film earned 15 wins and 19 nominations, including a Golden Globe nomination for Best Foreign Language Film. IMDb

• Ni Ni received widespread acclaim for her breakout performance as Yu Mo, earning multiple newcomer awards in Asia.

• Critics praised Zhang Yimou’s sweeping cinematography and the film’s emotional intensity, noting its blend of epic scale and intimate character drama. 

moviemaniacsDE. “Flowers Of War.” YouTube, 11 Dec. 2011, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cj2uhyfVNmQ.

Awesome Music Biopics ~ Ray, Coal Miner's Daughter, and Bohemian Rhapsody

"A look back at Hollywood's most successful musical biopics, whose subjects range from Tupac to Ritchie Valens to Elton John. (All box office totals are for domestic ticket sales.)"  

List includes: "Ray" (2004) (Ray Charles); "Coal Miner's Daughter" (1980) (Loretta Lynn); and "Bohemian Rhapsody" (2018) (Freddie Mercury). ... (Photos)

11 Highest-Grossing Music Biopics, From Tupac’s ‘All Eyez on Me’ to Elton John’s ‘Rocketman’  

Music biopics are an awesome way to revisit the lives of legendary performers. They blend storytelling, nostalgia, and unforgettable soundtracks into something magical.  My picks from the list of 11 are: "Ray" (2004) (Ray Charles); "Coal Miner's Daughter" (1980) (Loretta Lynn); and "Bohemian Rhapsody" (2018) (Freddie Mercury).  

 

Ray (2004): Real-Life Facts vs. Film Accuracy

Jamie Foxx’s performance in Ray was so immersive and emotionally precise that it earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor. The film itself covers roughly 30 years of Ray Charles’ life, blending musical triumphs with deeply personal struggles. But as with any biopic, some elements are true to life, while others are shaped for storytelling.

Fact 1: Ray Charles lost his sight as a child

Real-life: Ray Charles began losing his vision around age five and was completely blind by seven due to glaucoma.

• Film accuracy: The movie depicts his gradual loss of sight and the emotional impact of witnessing his younger brother’s drowning—an event that haunted him throughout his life. While the film dramatizes the guilt he carried, the timeline and cause of blindness are faithful to reality. 

Fact 2: He struggled with heroin addiction for years

Real-life: Charles battled heroin addiction for nearly two decades. His arrest in 1961 forced him into rehab, where he finally broke the cycle.

• Film accuracy: Accurate with some compression. The film shows his long-term addiction, the toll it took on his relationships, and his eventual decision to get clean. While the movie condenses certain events and timelines, the emotional truth and outcome align with documented history. 

Fact 3: He revolutionized American music by blending gospel, blues, and R&B

Real-life: Ray Charles is widely credited with pioneering soul music by merging gospel’s emotional intensity with blues and R&B rhythms. His genre-crossing talent earned him the nickname “The Genius.”

• Film accuracy: The movie highlights his innovative sound, his battles with critics who accused him of “secularizing” gospel, and his fearless experimentation across genres—including country, which helped broaden his audience.

REF: Boune, Sylvia-Marah. “Everything Ray Doesn’t Tell You About The True Story.” Looper, 21 Sep. 2022, https://www.looper.com/1019174/everything-ray-doesnt-tell-you-about-the-true-story/.

⭐ Finally, Ray Charles himself was involved in shaping the story before his death, which adds authenticity to the portrayal. visualfoodie.com

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Coal Miner’s Daughter (1980): Real-Life Facts vs. Film Accuracy

Loretta Lynn is portrayed by Sissy Spacek, who not only acted the role but sang all of Lynn’s songs herself. Her performance was universally praised and earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress. Critics highlighted her uncanny vocal mimicry, emotional depth, and the authenticity she brought to Lynn’s Appalachian upbringing and rise to fame. RemindMagazine

Fact 1: Loretta Lynn married very young

Real-life: Loretta Webb married Oliver “Doolittle” Lynn at age 15 (some sources say 13 due to discrepancies in her birth records). She became a mother of four by her early twenties.

• Film accuracy: The movie depicts her early marriage, the challenges of being a teenage bride, and the complicated but formative relationship with “Doo.” The emotional tone and timeline closely match her autobiography.

Fact 2: She grew up in deep poverty in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky

Real-life: Lynn was raised in a remote coal-mining community, one of eight children, in a home without running water and with very limited resources.

• Film accuracy: The film faithfully recreates Butcher Hollow, showing the family’s struggles, the coal-mining culture, and the tight-knit community. The production team worked to authentically portray Appalachian life, and Lynn herself approved the depiction.

Fact 3: Her music career began with “Honky Tonk Girl” and grassroots promotion

Real-life: Loretta’s first hit, “Honky Tonk Girl,” gained traction because she and Doo personally drove across the country, visiting radio stations to get it played.

• Film accuracy: The movie shows Loretta and Doo hustling from station to station, often being dismissed before finally breaking through. While some scenes are condensed for pacing, the overall story reflects exactly how her early career took off.

⭐ Finally, Coal Miner’s Daughter stays remarkably faithful to Loretta Lynn’s autobiography. Sissy Spacek’s Oscar-winning performance is one of the most celebrated portrayals in any music biopic. The film captures Lynn’s early marriage, poverty, and grassroots rise to fame with emotional and historical accuracy. It remains one of the most authentic and respected music biopics ever made.

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Bohemian Rhapsody (2018): Real-Life Facts vs. Film Accuracy

Freddie Mercury is portrayed by Rami Malek, whose performance was widely acclaimed. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor, along with a Golden Globe and BAFTA, for his transformation into Mercury. Critics praised his physicality, emotional depth, and uncanny recreation of Mercury’s stage presence—especially the Live Aid performance, which was meticulously replicated.

Fact 1: Freddie Mercury was born in Zanzibar and raised in India

Real-life: Freddie Mercury was born Farrokh Bulsara in Stone Town, Zanzibar, and spent much of his childhood in India before moving to England as a teenager.

• Film accuracy: The film acknowledges his birth name and immigrant background, but it doesn’t explore his early life in depth. It focuses more on his adult years and Queen’s rise.

Fact 2: Mercury had a long-term relationship with Mary Austin

Real-life: Mary Austin was Mercury’s partner for several years and remained one of the closest people in his life even after he came out as bisexual. He famously called her the “love of his life.”

• Film accuracy: The film portrays their relationship faithfully, including their emotional bond and eventual breakup. However, it simplifies the timeline and heightens certain conflicts for dramatic effect.

Fact 3: Queen’s Live Aid performance was a major comeback moment

Real-life: Queen’s 1985 Live Aid performance is considered one of the greatest live rock performances in history. The band was active and touring shortly before Live Aid, contrary to the film’s suggestion that they had split.

• Film accuracy: The film’s recreation of the Live Aid set is extremely faithful—down to Mercury’s movements and the stage layout. But the narrative framing is fictionalized: the band had not broken up, and Mercury had not just revealed his HIV diagnosis before the show.

REFERENCES:

Lang, Kevin. “Bohemian Rhapsody Movie vs the True Story of Freddie Mercury & Queen.” History vs. Hollywood, 16 Aug. 2018, https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/bohemian-rhapsody/.

Stein, Ellin. “What’s Fact and What’s Fiction in Bohemian Rhapsody.” Slate, 26 Oct. 2018, https://slate.com/culture/2018/10/bohemian-rhapsody-fact-fiction-freddie-mercury-movie-accuracy.html.

“The Biggest Factual Inaccuracies in the Bohemian Rhapsody Film.” Radio X, 23 Oct. 2024, https://www.radiox.co.uk/artists/queen/factual-inaccuracies-bohemian-rhapsody-film/.

⭐ Finally, Rami Malek’s Oscar-winning performance anchors the film with emotional power and authenticity. The movie captures Mercury’s charisma, musical genius, and personal relationships, though it rearranges timelines for dramatic effect. As a biopic, it blends truth and storytelling—but its celebration of Mercury’s legacy resonates strongly.

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Link of Interest: 

Anatomy of a Musician Biopic | The Cut Magazine

My Pick for a Classic Warren Beatty Film: "Splendor in the Grass" (1961)

Thought the Clutter is an entertainment blog that published a List of 28 Warren Beatty Movies, Ranked Best to Worst.  I have never been a huge fan of Warren Beatty.  There is no denying he was tall, dark, and handsome.  But frankly, I really admired his sister; the enormously talented actress Shirley MacLane.  However, giving credit where credit is due:

"Warren Beatty is an American actor and filmmaker who is the second person to be nominated for 'Academy Awards' for acting in, directing, writing, and producing the same film – which he achieved twice for the fantasy-comedy film 'Heaven Can Wait' (1978) and for the historical epic 'Reds' (1981). Of his total 14 'Oscar' nominations, he won the award for 'Best Director' for 'Reds' (1981)."

Posterazzi Splendor In The Grass Warren Beatty 1961 Photo Poster Print, (16 x 20)

That quote/fact was lifted from the TTC article list mentioned above.  Kudos to Mr. Beatty for his achievements.  Even so ... his movies never made it to my 'Oh I'm dying to watch or re-watch this list!"  However, if I were going to pick a classic film starring Warren Beatty, it would have to be “Splendor in the Grass” (1961).   Yes, the fact that Natalie Wood was the leading lady had a lot to do with it.

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Five Facts About This 1961 Classic:

🎬 Warren Beatty’s Big Break
This film marked Warren Beatty’s acting debut, launching him into Hollywood stardom. His performance as Bud Stamper was so compelling that it set the tone for a long and successful career.

🛁 A Censored Bathtub Scene
Director Elia Kazan originally filmed a scene where Natalie Wood’s character runs nude down a hallway after a heated argument. However, both the Hollywood censors and the Catholic Legion of Decency objected, leading Kazan to cut the scene entirely.

🌊 Not Filmed in Kansas
Although the story is set in Kansas, a severe drought forced the production to relocate filming to New York state, including the waterfall scenes shot in High Falls, in the Catskills.

💋 Hollywood’s First French Kiss
Believe it or not, Splendor in the Grass is credited with depicting the first French kiss in a Hollywood film, pushing boundaries for its time.

📖 Poetic Origins
The film’s title comes from William Wordsworth’s poem “Ode: Intimations of Immortality”. The line “Though nothing can bring back the hour of splendour in the grass…” beautifully reflects the film’s themes of lost innocence and emotional resilience.

REFERENCES:

• 39 Facts about the movie Splendor in the Grass - Facts.net
• Facts about "Splendor in the Grass" : Classic Movie Hub (CMH)

Warren Beatty | Biography, Movies, Sister, Wife, & Facts | Britannica ~ https://t.co/xGejmb6Toa
*Img: #WarrenBeatty & #NatalieWood in a promotional photograph for Splendor in the Grass (1961), directed by Elia Kazan. © 1961 Warner Brothers, Inc. #classicmovies #Entertainment pic.twitter.com/iajOol40BC

— Treathyl Fox (aka cmoneyspinner) ~ #Freelancer (@cmoneyspinner) May 5, 2022

The Pink Panther (1963) ~ Both the Movie and the Soundtrack are Classic!

The Pink Panther is a 1963 British comedy film.

Both the Movie and the Soundtrack are Classic!

Peter Sellers was the perfect person to play the clumsy French detective Jacques Clouseau.  His job is to prevent a notorious thief from stealing a world famous jewel known as "The Pink Panther" which belongs to a princess.

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The Pink Panther Theme Music ~ youtu.be/lp6z3s1Gig0 

The Pink Panther | Soundtrack Suite (Henry Mancini) ~ youtu.be/ilull9eS3mQ 

I like the original music from the original Pink Panther movie. Henry Mancini won an award for it and he said he can't believe he received an award for making up such fun music. 

They remade the Pink Panther movie in 2006 ("The Pink Panther 2") and it starred Beyoncé and Steve Martin as Inspector Clouseau. Beyoncé also contributed to the soundtrack. I didn't care too much for the remake or the music from the remake. Even though I enjoy the comedic genius of Steve Martin, he could not top Peter Sellers.  I'm sure even Mr. Martin would agree with me.

Nope!  My mind was not changed, The original movie released in the 1960s and the soundtrack to the movie are both vintage classic memorable entertainment!

I would not recommend the 2006 remake; however I would recommend:  "The Return of the Pink Panther" (1975); "The Pink Panther Strikes Again" (1976); or any of the many other sequels to the original Pink Panther movie which starred Peter Sellers.  I would also recommend the hilarious animated TV series "The Pink Panther Show" (1969).


The Pink Panther | film by Edwards [1963] | Britannica

** In Memory Of:

Peter Sellers CBE (1925-1980)

David Niven (James David Graham Niven) (1910-1983)

Goodfellas: REMASTERED - Ending Scene | My Tribute to Ray Liotta (1954-2022)

I am in the habit of checking my Twitter account every day. It is usually the first online in the morning. I don't use Twitter as my reliable news source. But every once in a while they will tweet a bona fide fact about a current event that blows me away like the death of Ray Liotta (pronounced "Lee-oh-ta"). Only 67 years old. 

I once heard him say in an interview that he was adopted. ("Due to extreme poverty, the biological parents abandoned Ray immediately after his birth. ..." ~  Source)  That me think: So? Is he really Italian or was he just raised Italian? I know.  It's a stupid thought. But hey! Don't we all think stupid thoughts? No matter his biological heritage, it looks like his parents, Mary and Alfred Liotta, raised him to be a real good guy; not a fictional "Goodfella". Although ... I must say that he played the part of a gangster quite well. He was cast as Henry Hill in Martin Scorsese's movie "GoodFellas" (1990). In my humble opinion, it's his most memorable role.  It's a cult classic and won 6 Academy Awards.

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In Memory of: Raymond Allen Liotta (1954-2022)

American actor and producer

RELATED LINKS:

• Ray Liotta Biography - Facts, Childhood, Family Life & Achievements | The Famous People
• Ray Liotta - Early Life, Movies & 'Goodfellas' | Biography
• Ray Liotta Biography, Life, Interesting Facts | Sun Signs

Will Smith Received an Oscar and the Academy Award Committee Should TAKE IT BACK!!

The Oscars: The 94th Academy Awards Award ceremony.
Ooh la la! (Yawn.)

I stopped watching entertainment awards programs years ago. Mainly, because most of the movies being made were, in my humble opinion, not Oscar-worthy AND also because the program to present the awards had become BORING!

So even though I knew when the 94th Oscars awards program was going to be aired, I intentionally found something else better to do. I wake up the next day and social media is ON FIRE!! Evidently, Will Smith SLAPPED Chris Rock. For the record, I have never really liked either of them as entertainers. I never liked Chris Rock's as a comedian AND never liked Will Smith as an actor. Regardless of my personal opinion, I knew the rest of the world thought they were two really great guys! So to see one of them square off with the other one and it's not “scripted”, but a genuine moment of intense anger on a program like the Oscars … I didn't know what to think!

But now that I have had a chance to think about it:

* Yes. Chris Rock's comedy was tasteless. But his comedy has never really been tasteful.

* Yes. I know Will Smith's wife Jada is growing though a health crisis and it is hurting her, which means, if you are her husband and you love your wife, you're hurting too.

Sometimes … comedians are insulting, heartless, callous, and inconsiderate. They say things and give no thought to how offensive their words might be. I have always said when it comes to comedy, there are “lines” that you should not cross over. Everything in life can NOT be turned into a joke or comedy material because EVERYTHING IS NOT FUNNY!!! Comedians should KNOW where to draw the line. But evidently, these days, comedians say anything to get a laugh and don't care who they offend!

Personally, I think that's WRONG!

On the other hand, what Will Smith did … SHOULD NOT BE TOLERATED. Yeah yeah yeah … his excuse or reasoning or justification for what he did is … LOVE MAKES PEOPLE DO CRAZY THINGS. Oh oh oh … the things we do for love and all that jazz.

This night was not a “Will Smith ONLY Night”. This night was a night that was supposed to be the high point in the careers of many people in the entertainment industry and all everybody was talking about was … Will Smith SLAPPED Chris Rock.

Then they awarded Will Smith an Oscar. 

THE AWARD SHOULD BE TAKEN AWAY!!

There is no debating this, Personally, I didn't think Chris Rock's joke was really all that offensive. But I think Will Smith's reaction and what he did … OFFENDED EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO WAS NOMINATED AND/OR WHO RECEIVED AN ACADEMY AWARD THAT NIGHT.

Did Will Smith think he looked like a knight in shining honor rescuing his damsel in distress?

WELL HE DIDN'T!!

His behavior was SHAMEFUL … and he brought SHAME to a prestigious awards ceremony honoring the hard work of many many people, who struggled to get to this one memorable moment in time in their career … which will likely not be remembered because that is the precise moment that Will Smith CHOSE TO ACT A FOOL!!!

Does he think that he or his spouse are the only people who have ever been offended by a joke?

Chris Rock may have offended Will Smith and his wife.

BUT WILL SMITH HAS OFFENDED THE ENTIRE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY!!!

He does NOT deserve that Oscar. 

THE OSCARS COMMITTEE SHOULD TAKE IT BACK!!

MAKE A STATEMENT ABOUT VIOLENCE!

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That was a slap!  What about ... the next time?????