A Minecraft Movie
It has turned into a box office hit. Not only did
It doubles its reported budget via its box office takings.
, yet it garnered a high average viewer rating of 88% on
Rotten Tomatoes
, resulting in a significant disparity from the critics\’ opinions. The audience reaction prompted the film\’s director,
Jared Hess
, finding it amusing but also strange that fans would react this way to the video game movie adaptation.
When questioned regarding the \”Chicken Jockey\” phenomenon and how the movie is gradually turning into a hallmark for this era,
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Hess mentioned that the entire situation was crazy, and people were sending him numerous reaction videos that he found hilarious. He added that his son is also joining in on this trend. Additionally, he commented on how the police might get involved because of the unruly crowd, expressing his surprise that simply tossing popcorn could lead to such an intervention. Ultimately, he expressed joy over people creating lasting memories while enjoying this film.
It’s strange how enjoying yourself too much can lead to police involvement. It seems amusing to me since all we were doing was shouting cheers and tossing popcorn around. The fact that authorities show up over something as simple as popcorn really amuses me. Yes, it’s incredibly entertaining. I’ve come across numerous comical clips. These instances are particularly enjoyable when individuals climb onto each other’s shoulders and stand up cheering during such moments. There’s an exhilarating sense of excitement. However, honestly, I’m simply pleased folks are forming cherished memories alongside their loved ones.
What Is the \”Chicken Jockey\” Trend in \’A Minecraft Movie\’?
A Minecraft Movie
has initiated numerous trends since the marketing campaign for the movie began. Among these, however, the \”Chicken Jockey\” trend stood out to viewers. This term stems from a scene in which Garrett is involved.
Jason Momoa
) confronts a chicken jockey, which is a small zombie astride a chicken, inside a boxing ring, while Steve (
Jack Black
) is bound and helpless to assist. During the film, when the Zombie crashes into the chicken, Steve exclaims, “Chicken jockey.” Whenever this moment occurred in cinemas, audiences would shout along with him, then cheer and toss popcorn afterward. Additional parts of the movie featured various outrospections.
A Minecraft Movie
might evoke a comparable response, like Steve stating, \”I\’m Steve,\” and mentioning \”Flint and Steel.\”
Although this tendency might seem innocuous, certain individuals could take issue with it.
so disruptive that even management and law enforcement have to intervene
This is somewhat akin to what occurred during
the \”Gentleminions\” meme
during
Minions: The Rise of Gru
There are current reports indicating that cinema operators have posted warning signs, stating that individuals engaging in \”antisocial behavior,\” such as loud screaming, clapping, or shouting, risk being expelled from the premises.
A Minecraft Movie
is currently screening in cinemas.
Source:
Entertainment Tonight
,
BBC