Has Hollywood forgotten #MeToo? ‘Sorry/Not Sorry’ examines Louis C.K.’s return
In the wake of the MeToo movement, the entertainment industry vowed to take a hard look at the culture of sexual harassment and assault that had long been tolerated. But as the dust settles, it seems that some have forgotten the lessons of the past.
The latest example of this is the return of Louis C.K., a comedian and producer accused of masturbating in front of multiple women without their consent. In 2017, the allegations against C.K. were made public, and he was widely criticized for his actions. The fallout was swift and severe, with Netflix and FX, his production company, cutting ties with him.
However, just recently, C.K. announced that he would be returning to comedy, and his new special, “Sorry/Not Sorry,” premiered on Cinemax. The special, which is a self-indulgent exploration of his own personal struggles and controversies, has been met with a lukewarm response from critics and audiences alike.
The question on everyone’s mind is: has Hollywood forgotten the MeToo movement? Have we collectively forgotten the countless women who came forward to share their stories of sexual harassment and assault, and the courage it took for them to do so?
The answer, unfortunately, is yes. It seems that the excitement and momentum of the MeToo movement have faded, and the industry is slowly returning to business as usual. The silence is deafening, and it’s clear that many have forgotten the impact that the movement had on the lives of so many women.
But it’s not just about forgetting. It’s also about the power that the industry has to perpetuate and perpetuate the culture of silence and shame. By giving Louis C.K. a platform to return to the stage, Cinemax is sending a message that it’s acceptable to make light of sexual harassment and assault. It’s a message that the industry is willing to look the other way, to turn a blind eye to the harm that is caused by these actions.
And it’s not just about Louis C.K. It’s about the culture of entitlement and privilege that exists in the industry. The fact that he was able to get away with his actions for so long, and that it took so many people speaking out against him before he was held accountable, is a testament to the power imbalance that exists.
The MeToo movement was a turning point in the fight against sexual harassment and assault. It was a moment of reckoning, a moment of accountability, and a moment of change. But it seems that we have forgotten the hard work and bravery that went into making that change happen. We have forgotten the women who came forward, and the men who stood up and spoke out against the culture of silence.
It’s time to remember. It’s time to remember the women who were silenced, and the women who are still silenced. It’s time to remember the power that the industry has to create and perpetuate this culture of shame. And it’s time to remember the lessons of the past, and to use that knowledge to create a better future.
The return of Louis C.K. is a setback, but it’s also a wake-up call. It’s a reminder that the fight is not over, and that we must continue to stand up and fight against the culture of silence and shame. It’s time to remember what the MeToo movement was about, and to use that energy to create a brighter future for all women.