Denzel Washington EXPOSES Why No One Makes Movies With Tyler Perry

[Music] do that no you don't want to do it it doesn't doesn't happen you go oh no this is the way not the way the book's telling you but have you learned um a a a opportunity to be empowered and have a voice is phenomenal it's phenomenal absolutely however if you feel that everything everything like you go to the store and the lady said you can't have that you have to leave if you feel like um somebody says move you you're in the way in the line at the grocery store and you hi Berry Denzel Beyonce Jay-Z Washington was stage was dedicated it was an amazing moment W and they all say your house or how does it work no but we all shut down in the city of Atlanta it was really wonderful yeah I me people people freak out even famous people freak out about two people Beyonce and Oprah it's like they cannot deal with it yeah and they were both in in the place it was phenomal did they interact or they the world could potentially start spinning off of its access for sure but she had this long braid that went down to the uh floor so if it did everybody would grab hold and we everybody grab hold of beon bra looks telling you but have you co hit and we had to take a pause on it so now we're back at it have you ever thought of opening a full-fledged Tyler Perry theme park I I have not because I think the media ride would be weird going up her dress so I don't know I don't know if people want to do that so I don't think I have enough product yet to make that work you know okay all right Forbes last year put you on the list of billionaires they list all the billionaires and there you were on it did you [Applause] know did you know that you were going to be on that film I will watch every time I need to find my own power because I wanted to run laps and I got done this was the most it was so well done so thank you I'm very proud of them they did a great job when I met Maxine through all of it I didn't know her yeah um but it shows just how much you endured as a child you okay wait a minute that would took me but you met oh that wow I wow how did that hit me that hard you met my mother yeah you met my mother through it man that's wow wow still it still get things don't go it's it's even if it was set that kind right yeah it's I I I just worry that it's made people overly sensitive it's I just worry about the sensitivity that it's causing like hold on a second because cuz listen I can tell you they there's no way in hell they could have grew up the way I did because everything everything was getting your ass beat everything was all those so I'm glad there's an outlet and a a place and a a voice opportunity for people to voice their concerns but I also want people to identify what it really is right that sounds like a lot of fun and congratulations on that that is really amazing I know it's a historic thing it's it's incredible it really is thank you thank you did you ever think about naming it mney land or anything like that H that's that's see we'll see what happens with that you turned 50 years old last month so was this in a way kind of a birthday party too yeah yeah because they were so close together and the invitation was so expensive like the one that you got I I didn't want to do it twice so I just how much so fast to say that you met her through that that took to take me somewhere because she you know this woman endured so much pain and she she didn't have some Legacy but she had me and to beat to say that I was able to intoduce her to you you got me there man I'm I'm sorry Lord have mercy thank you for that I appreciate that from from the mouth of blonde from the mouth of blond wow yeah yeah wow well thank you for sharing her too with all of us cuzz her Legacy remains very strong in you and your son but um you endured a um then now you're adding to this huge complex that you built how many like acres are you adding to it it's 330 acres and I just bought 37 acres in front to for an Entertainment District so I'm pretty excited about that means an area for like people to come and enjoy like like at Universal Studios there's Universal City walk out front of it EXA exactly that's exactly what I'm thinking we have so many people that come to the gates who can't get in who want to see so I'm telling thousands of people a week are coming to the gates so it's like I've got to do something to be able to invite them in but then a significant amount of modern content has been criticized for perpetuating negative stereotypes often described as coonery and buffoonery despite its Commercial Success there's a growing call for a shift toward more thoughtful artistic expression Tyler p in particular has come under scrutiny for his portrayals of black men which some argue paint an unfairly negative image Tyler P's rise from homelessness to Hollywood success complete with his own Jet and massive studio is nothing short of remarkable however his films often revert to a familiar formula frequently featuring him in drag as the character media which has not sat well with everyone high-profile critics like Spike Lee have openly challenged Tyler P's approach arguing that it reinforces harmful cliches rather than Breaking new ground in Black Cinema Lee's critiques hold weight particularly given his close relationships with icons like Wesley Snipes Denzel Washington and Samuel L Jackson the tension between Tyler p and Lee gained notable attention in 2009 when Lee denounced Tyler P's work for what he saw as its Reliance on outdated and damaging racial stereotypes during a candid interview with black Enterprise Lee emphasized that the community's engagement with such content through viewership and financial support perpetuates its presence on our screens despite Tyler P's knack for drawing large audiences and generating significant Revenue Lee criticized the underlying messages in Tyler P's work suggesting that financial success does not justify cultural insensitivity Tyler P's response to Le criticisms was fiery and Unapologetic particularly during a segment on 60 Minutes where he expressed his frustration with Lee's persistent critiques he went as far as to tell Lee to go to hell indicating a deep-seated resentment towards the criticism of his creative decisions this ongoing debate highlights broader concerns within the industry about typ casting and the portrayal of black characters critics argue that Tyler PE films often lack depth in character development especially for black men and lean into stereotypes that are not representative of the broader black experience this has sparked discussions about the responsibilities of black creators in media and whether Commercial Success should be pursued at the expense of potentially harmful portrayal moreover the dispute touches on issues of colorism and the portrayal of darkskinned black men as antagonists in Tyler P's narratives a pattern noted by observers and critics alike including Comedian Chris Rock Rock has pointed out the absence of complex dignified roles for such actors in Tyler peas films suggesting a missed opportunity to showcase a richer spectrum of black lives and stories the dialogue around Tyler pe's work and its impct extends Beyond individual criticisms reflecting ongoing challenges in Hollywood regarding diversity representation and the ethical implications of popular content it raises significant questions about the balance between creative freedom and social responsibility in the portrayal of marginalized communities in Media many of today's popular media offerings are steeped in controversy often criticized for embodying themes of coonery and buffoon while these projects rake in significant profits and break records there's a growing call for a higher standard that allows artists to explore their Creative Visions more authentically Tyler P for example has been a focal point of this discussion accused of depicting black men in a persistently negative light Tyler P's life story is an emblem of American Dream success he rose from homelessness to billionaire status with control over one of the biggest film studios in the nation yet his fil filmography often recycles a consistent Trope featuring him in roles like media which have drawn criticism for their lack of depth and Innovation prominent directors like Spike Lee have not shied away from voicing their concerns highlighting a need for a shift in Narrative Approach given Lee's standing and his connections to esteemed actors such as Wesley Snipes and Denzel Washington his criticisms resonate deeply within and Beyond the industry the discourse surrounding Tyler p and Lee escalated in two 2009 spotlighting their Divergent paths in representing Black Culture through Cinema Lee in an interview with black Enterprise lamented the persistent lowquality depictions of African-Americans in television and Cinema which he felt Tyler P often perpetuated he argued that these portrayals were not only damaging but also regressive appealing to the lowest common denominator for the sake of viewership and revenue Tyler P's response to ley's critique was fiery and dismissive aired publicly during a 60 Minutes interview Tyler P expressed exhaustion with Lee's critiques suggesting Lee focus on his own projects rather than policing others this confrontation underscored an ongoing struggle within the industry about the balance between creative freedom and responsible representation this controversy also sheds light on broader issues in Hollywood related to diversity and representation historical instances such as Hattie McDaniel's Oscar win for Gone With the Wind illustrate the complex interplay of racial progress and discrimination in Hollywood despite her historic win as the first African-American to receive an Oscar the event was marred by the realities of segregation mirroring the broader societal constraints of the time fast forward to the present and many of the same challenges persist the recent Oscars have repeatedly come under Fire for lack of diversity and inclusion with movements like # Oscars so white gaining momentum in response to to these ongoing disparities moreover the downfall of figures like Harvey Weinstein and the rise of movements like #me too highlights a systemic issue within the industry that extends Beyond racial lines to include gender and power dynamics in the realm of Tyler P's work the casting choices and narrative arcs often draw criticism for perpetuating stereotypes particularly the portrayal of dark-skinned black men as antagonists this pattern is evident in films such as Diary of a Mad Black Woman and has been a focal point for critique from both viewers and Industry insiders despite Tyler P's significant contributions to providing work for black actors the recurring themes in his film suggest a need for a more nuanced exploration of black experiences shows like BR and cistas attempt to offer more layered representations but the execution often leaves audiences wanting more pointing to an oversimplification of black life and relationships the portrayal of black women in particular has been a contentious issue with criticisms pointing to a repetitive focus on their struggles with men often at the expense of their broader Humanity the debate around Tyler P's use of drag and his portrayal of media has also sparked significant discourse exemplified by Dave Chappelle's critique of black men in Hollywood being frequently cast in roles that require them to wear dresses Tyler P defends this Choice as purely artistic emphasizing that the role of Meda is a character choice that should not be seen as demeaning or indicative of broader industry pressures while Tyler P has undoubtedly paved the way for many black artists and built an impressive entertainment Empire allegations of unfair labor practices and disputes over unionization at his Studio have marred his reputation these controversies reflect ongoing tensions between commercial success and ethical labor practices highlighting the complexities of navigating Hollywood's hierarchical Terin thus the landscape of black representation in Hollywood while evolving still faces significant challenges the industry's history of discrimination and stereotype perpetuation continues to impact how stories are told and who gets to tell them underscoring the need for continued advocacy and reform to ensure more Equitable and authentic representation in Media [Music] he [Music]