Topic: Marlon Brando

3 chapters across the catalog

Pointcast
Episode 1864 2:00:06 - 2:01:43

1864: Pointcast

Marlon Brando, AI Deepfake, Hollywood Zionism

An AI-generated video of Marlon Brando has circulated online, falsely depicting the actor making anti-Zionist comments about Hollywood studio control. The hosts clarify that Brando's actual 1973 refusal of the Academy Award was related to the treatment of Native Americans, not the subject matter in the deepfake.

Taproot
Episode 1799 2:48:05 - 2:54:14

1799: Taproot

Star Wars Auction, Glenn Beck Museum, Movie Memorabilia

A prop lightsaber from "The Empire Strikes Back" sold at auction for $3.6 million, with speculation that the buyer may be Glenn Beck. Beck's extensive private museum includes items like George Washington's compass, Dorothy's ruby slippers, and Rush Limbaugh's gold microphone. Other collectors mentioned include Dana Brunetti, though his collection is noted as being more contemporary.

Junk Fees
Episode 1498 1:49:26 - 1:52:48

1498: Junk Fees

Historical Context of Hollywood and Anti-Semitism

The segment reviews historical instances of celebrities facing backlash for comments about Jewish influence in Hollywood, including Marlon Brando and Mel Gibson. It also notes the recent revelation that Sacheen Littlefeather, who famously rejected an Oscar for Brando, was not actually of Native American descent.