Key Takeaways:
– Jerry Seinfeld remains unconcerned about the negative response to his Netflix film, ‘Unfrosted.'
– In an interview, he mentioned that he enjoys reading the worst reviews of his movie.
– Seinfeld, alongside writing partners, worked on the film that received a lukewarm reception on Rotten Tomatoes.
– On a recent podcast, the comedian shared his opinions on modern-day comedy and reminisced about an era he admired.
– The post-modern comedian maintains that ‘woke culture' suffocates TV comedy.
Despite facing fierce backlash for his recent Netflix film ‘Unfrosted,' seasoned comedian Jerry Seinfeld remains unperturbed. Stating his lack of care for the unfavorable reviews, Seinfeld even went on record saying that he finds the negative reviews amusing.
‘Unfrosted': A Seinfeld Experiment
The Netflix film ‘Unfrosted,' where Seinfeld plays a character inspired by the creator of Pop-Tarts, has been met with mixed reviews. Many critics and viewers did not resonate with the film's comedic approach. The writing team for ‘Unfrosted' included Barry Marder, a writer for his stand-up routines, and Seinfeld show writers, Spike Feresten, and Andy Robin. The ensemble cast boasted names like Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Melissa McCarthy, and Amy Schumer.
Despite the star-studded roster, the film scored a low 43% critical score and a 51% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. However, Seinfeld expected that the movie wouldn't please everyone and expressed joy in reading the worst reviews.
The Fun in Negative Response
In an interview with Bari Weiss on her podcast, ‘Honestly,' Seinfeld humorously talked about the criticism his film faced. His take on the audience not finding his comedy funny seemed to amuse him.
“You have to be insane to think that everyone will like a specific work. Reading the worst reviews of ‘Unfrosted' is the funniest thing to me because people wanted to laugh but couldn't,” said Seinfeld.
Seinfeld and Admiration for an Era
In the same podcast, Seinfeld voiced his admiration for figures like JFK, Muhammad Ali, Sean Connery, and Howard Cosell. He showed a strong preference for the 1960s, stating that the present day lacks the sense of hierarchy prevalent back then.
Seinfeld's Word on ‘Woke Culture'
The comedian who is best known for his eponymous TV show, renowned for its dark humor, has been vocal about the impact of ‘woke culture' on television comedy. In his conversation with The New Yorker, Seinfeld blamed extreme left ideologies and concern about offending others as the death knell for comedy. He remarked that when a script circulates across different hands for review, comic value gets lost.
A Successful Career Despite Criticism
Seinfeld's career as a comic artist has been hugely successful, despite recent criticisms. On his final season of ‘Seinfeld,' the comedian was making $1 million per episode. As per a Bloomberg analysis, career earnings from ‘Seinfeld' have potentially put him in the billionaires' league.
The controversial movie ‘Unfrosted,' and Seinfeld's fan-favorite TV show, are available on Netflix.
Despite the rocky reception of ‘Unfrosted,' Seinfeld remains a towering figure in the comedy world. His stand concerning ‘woke culture' and the changing dynamics of comedic expression continue to spark conversations. However, as Seinfeld articulates, no one can appeal to everyone, and there is a strange humor in that, after all.
Vulnerability in public spaces like the entertainment industry comes with the territory. Jerry Seinfeld underlines this aspect with humor and candor, emphasizing the importance of staying true to one's craft, regardless of the public reception.
