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Christopher Nolan's Fitness Instructor Criticizes 'Tenet' During Workout Class

Nolan Shares Anecdote During Acceptance Speech, Emphasizes Importance of Professional Film Criticism

  • Christopher Nolan, renowned director, was criticized by his Peloton fitness instructor for his 2020 science fiction film, Tenet.
  • The instructor, Jenn Sherman, expressed her confusion and dissatisfaction with the film during a workout class, not knowing Nolan was one of her students.
  • Nolan shared this humorous anecdote during his acceptance speech at the New York Film Critics Circle, where he was honored with the 'Best Director' accolade for Oppenheimer.
  • Despite the unexpected criticism, Nolan emphasized the importance and value of critics in the entertainment industry.
  • He stated that while film criticism has been democratized in today's world, he believes it should remain a profession, highlighting the importance of objectivity in criticism.
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