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Chris Columbus Calls Trump's Home Alone 2 Cameo a 'Curse'

The director says the scene remains in the film due to fears of political and immigration repercussions under Trump's administration.

Overview

  • Chris Columbus, director of Home Alone 2, has strongly expressed regret over Donald Trump's cameo, calling it a 'curse' and an 'albatross.'
  • Columbus reiterated that Trump's appearance was a condition for filming at the Plaza Hotel, which Trump owned at the time, contrary to Trump's claim that he was begged to participate.
  • The director fears potential deportation or political retaliation if he removes the cameo, despite being a U.S. citizen of Italian descent.
  • Trump has defended his cameo, claiming it contributed to the film's success and accusing Columbus of seeking publicity by criticizing him.
  • The controversy highlights the intersection of creative decisions, contractual obligations, and the lasting impact of political figures in popular culture.

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