Mark Ruffalo is being defended by Joaquin Phoenix and over 180 Jewish figures after being accused of antisemitism by Paramount. The actor was accused of using "antisemitic stereotypes" in his criticism of the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros.
Among Ruffalo's defenders are prominent figures from the Jewish community, including intellectuals, artists, and activists who signed an open letter in his support. Joaquin Phoenix joined this group of personalities defending the American actor.
The case arose when Mark Ruffalo publicly criticized the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros., denouncing alleged business ties of the companies with Israel. Paramount considered that the actor's statements contained antisemitic stereotypes.
Ruffalo's defense emphasizes the importance of freedom of expression and contests Paramount's accusations, arguing that the actor's criticisms should not be confused with antisemitic speech. The controversy arises in a context of intense debates about the relationship between culture, business, and politics in American cinema.
