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Tyler Perry recently fended off critics of his low-rated new film — but Mark Curry says he need not argue with these folks … ’cause the man’s legacy and earnings speak for themself.
We caught up with the veteran comedian out in NYC this week — and he vouched for TP’s funny bone when it comes to his movies … after all, the iconic Madea character helped spark his billion-dollar empire and Mark says he has no reason to change for anyone.
Tyler recently swatted down critics after his latest movie “Divorce in the Black” but was egged with a rare 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Mark tells us anytime the acclaimed filmmaker gets bombarded by haters online, he just needs to glance at his bank account and remember … he’s a billionaire, so something he’s doing is very clearly working.
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The debate is nuanced … TP fans reacted positively and the film ranked at #1 on Amazon Prime for several days … a fact its star Cory Hardrict pointed out when we spoke to him on the subject.
I love that Tyler is paying Black actors now I wish he would hire Black writers and directors that have experience to help him with his movies… He could improve the movies & make them award worthy if he would stop trying to save money by doing the writing and directing himself. //t.co/HExhpNMAqe
— Loni Love (@LoniLove) July 15, 2024
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Mark agrees that Tyler’s brand of funny is unique — and his only critique would be expanding the casting call to consider some of the more muscular-challenged actors … such as himself!!!
