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Anna Camp Apologizes for Sharing “The Boycott Didn’t Work” Brag About ‘Scream 7’
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📌 Key Takeaways
Anna Camp apologized for reposting content mocking 'Scream 7' boycotters
The reposted message claimed boycotts, critic hate, and leaks failed to stop the film's success
The boycott was related to Melissa Barrera's controversial exit over her social media posts
Despite poor critical reception, 'Scream 7' had a strong box office performance
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Actress Anna Camp from 'Scream 7' issued an apology on Monday after sharing an Instagram Story that mocked those who boycotted the film following Melissa Barrera's controversial departure from the franchise, reposting content that taunted protesters with the message 'The boycott didn't work.' The original post, which Camp shared from the 'Scream with Ryan C. Showers' podcast, claimed that despite boycotts, critic hate, and leaks, the film succeeded due to audience support. After backlash, Camp deleted the repost and clarified on X that it didn't reflect her personal beliefs, stating she meant no harm and apologizing to anyone affected. The boycott controversy stems from Barrera's removal in 2023 after her social media posts regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict were deemed antisemitic by Spyglass Media Group, leading to a cascade of departures including co-star Jenna Ortega and director Christopher Landon. Despite receiving the franchise's lowest Rotten Tomatoes score at just 34%, 'Scream 7' performed remarkably well at the box office, earning $97.2 million globally with $64.1 million in North America alone, making it the biggest February release for a horror film in history.
🏷️ Themes
Celebrity controversy, Film industry response, Social media backlash
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Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment Logo text Scream 7 star Anna Camp issued an apology for a statement she shared on social media that taunted those who protested the new movie in the wake of Melissa Barrera’s controversial departure from the franchise. Camp shared another account’s Instagram story that taunted: “The boycott didn’t work. The critics’ hate didn’t work. The pathetic leaks didn’t work. What worked was audiences coming out and making the film a success.” The story was previously posted by the Scream with Ryan C. Showers podcast . On Monday, Camp deleted her post and wrote on X: “It has come to my attention that I reposted someone else’s story that does not reflect my personal beliefs. I have since deleted the repost because I absolutely meant no harm. I’m sorry to anyone who was affected.” Related Stories Movies Box Office: 'Scream 7' Scares Up Record $64M U.S. Opening, $97M Globally for a Victorious Paramount Movies 'Scream 7' Gets the Lowest Rotten Tomatoes Score in Franchise: "Shockingly Terrible" The boycott is in reference to uproar over Barrera being ousted from Scream 7 in 2023 after appearing in the fifth and sixth movies in the franchise. Barrera wrote social media posts regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict which the film’s production company, Spyglass Media Group, called antisemitic. Co-star Jenna Ortega soon left, as well, as did the film’s original director, Christopher Landon. The project was eventually given a total overhaul with Kevin Williamson coming on board as director and original franchise star Neve Campbell returning. The film’s premiere drew a small group of pro-Palestine protesters outside the Paramount Studios lot. As for the “critics’ hate,” that refers to the film getting the franchise’s worst Rotten Tomatoes score, with just 34 percent...
