Did Film Critic Go Too Far By Slamming Melissa McCarthy's Weight?

by SodaHead Celebs Posted 2013/02/08 19:00:00

Related Topics: Melissa McCarthy, Jason Bateman, Identity Thief

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Movie critics are far from impressed by "Identity Thief," a new comedy starring Jason Bateman and the breakout star of "Bridesmaids," Melissa McCarthy. But one critic has chosen to get personal, by viciously criticizing McCarthy's weight. Check out the video below to hear his harsh words.

Rex Reed, veteran critic for The New York Observer, slated the film in a review which describes the Academy Award nominated comedienne as a "female hippo," "cacophonous" and "tractor sized." But that's not all: he goes on to call her "a gimmick comedian who has devoted her short career to being obese and obnoxious with equal success."

Other critics have said McCarthy is the highlight of the film; the New York Times called her "the movie's bliss," and "the supernova who burns up this show." So, did Rex Reed's comments go too far?

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Karen Hill 2013/02/08 20:00:53

Yes

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Melissa doesn't deserve any criticism about her weight. Chris Farley, John Goodman, etc. were fine comedians. Focus on the art of acting and delivery and you forget about the package. Even if she weren't funny, she is trying to be successful with more guts than the whining critic.
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Rhiarna Banana 2013/03/24 23:26:45
steve.woodford.927 2013/02/19 00:28:07

Yes

none of there concern - to each there own !

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Mel 2013/02/18 20:22:11

Yes

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making fun of anyones weight in any way shape or form is wrong and cruel

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Pele Emerging 2013/02/17 18:31:19

Yes

Considering how Rex looks, he should go look in the mirror before he disses anyone else on appearance.

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Bob, the reasonable one 2013/02/17 14:07:48

Yes

I thought Rex Reed died.....

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Diana 2013/02/17 13:29:02

Yes

Rex Reed should talk,he's no raving beauty.Do I detect a double chin on him?

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Jack's Pearl 2013/02/17 13:02:11

Yes

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That is unacceptable behavior. And much of his assessment is false. She is very cute and funny. I love her TV sitcom Mike and Molly, and it's fun to see her do this quirky characters in the last couple of moves she's done.

I think this critic has seen better days and should be let go. He is offensive and a liar. Like a school bully. A true male pig, pun intended.

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Dave 007 2013/02/17 12:51:22

Yes

A film critic's job it to review the film, not review the person out of the film. Let's all trash Rex Reed.

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codie.paul 2013/02/15 20:07:48 (edited)

Yes

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Yea. Thats not right.Yea shes' overweight but who cares? The movie looked good and funny. And thats why you see it. Thats a really good top opinion. Doesn matter about your weight in that sense. Unless its a cause for concern. But its more about personality. And in comedy its more about humor.

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Katara Silvar 2013/02/15 03:37:37
lilshorty 2013/02/14 03:19:47

Yes

Screw Rex Reed!! That is her personal life, maybe something she is dealing with or maybe she is happy about her weight. Just cause its Hollywood doesnt make every single person skinny and Fabulous! She is Hilarious and that is what caught my eye of watching her Movies.

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KATLYN 2013/02/13 22:09:52

Yes

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people in glass houses shouldnt throw stones

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gunniesack 2013/02/13 22:02:49

No

So she was held at gunpoint to do this spot and forced not to read the script? for christ sake, Its about stolen identity. Put downs have to fit

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Smokey 2013/02/13 16:23:58

Yes

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There's nothing wrong with this woman. She's beautiful. Besides, I'd bet you most black men would find her attractive. :) lol

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Bob, th... to Smokey 2013/02/17 14:06:47

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LOL!!!!

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the fuze 2013/02/13 12:31:38

Yes

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But everyone has their opinion and the right to express it.

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studiobrat BN-0 AFCL 2013/02/13 09:20:39

Yes

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Many film critics are frustrated film makers.

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davidg2e 2013/02/13 05:27:03

No

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I am not concerned with Reed's criticism as much as I am concerned with the fact that so much ink is being wasted on this non-issue. Who cares! His remarks go beyond an appraisal of the merits of the piece. Otherwise, let Ms. McCarthy cast the first stone. She might find a grain of truth in it1

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Nicole 2013/02/13 04:20:00

Yes

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People are so rude. Besides, I think she's really pretty.

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Ginger 2013/02/13 04:06:31

No

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He's honest , it's so infrequent now that even horrible things in my opinion are better to hear than lies and it's his work .

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Lucy Pannell 2013/02/13 01:52:36

Yes

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...and this is society's problem... Just because you CAN say whatever you want doesn't mean that you should. How is her weight even a relevant aspect of the film review??? It isn't. He gets paid to critique the film and the actors abilities to deliver the story line. Not to attack the actors on a personal level.

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KATLYN to Lucy Pa... 2013/02/13 22:11:33

you got that right!!

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macy 2013/02/13 01:43:32

Yes

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Other people's weight is none of his business. You can be respected or disrespected at any weight, but if you're going to be an arse, no one is going to respect you.

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Susan Recchie 2013/02/13 00:12:25

Yes

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Weight shouldn't be an issue. She is an actress. Perhaps Mr. Reed prefers botoxed, skin stretched actresses who are known only for their looks. BTW, Mr. Reed should look in the mirror. This is bullying. We are trying to teach children this is wrong. He really needs to examine why someone else's weight upsets him.

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Heather Drake 2013/02/12 23:39:33

Yes

anyone catch her last name is BIGELOW? oh god the irony... XDXDXDXD

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Alibast... to Heather... 2013/02/14 00:05:34

That isn't ironic. It would be ironic if she were skinny as a toothpick. :)

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RavenTrinity 2013/02/12 23:35:35
Living-in-a-hopeless-wonder... 2013/02/12 22:39:50

Yes

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Actors sometimes get roles were they have to gain weight and honestly she is a ACTOR and she should be know for her acting not her weight

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JacklynG 2013/02/12 20:03:21

Yes

SO he wants no fat actors, so then tons of movies can't exist becuase there won't be actors, her role needed a fat persOn to play it

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superan... to JacklynG 2013/02/12 20:07:52

Exactly, clearly all fat people are the scum of the Earth and should be executed. Obesity is a social disease.

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superangrymonkey 2013/02/12 19:57:33 (edited)
rand 2013/02/12 19:48:05

Yes

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"Weight" is a legitimate aspect of the role, why she was hired for the part. Some actors gain weight to play the roles they're given.

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shadow76 2013/02/12 19:43:25

Yes

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Even though it sounds like a horrible movie, the moron meanie had no decency.

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♥K14 2013/02/12 18:22:58

No

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They expressed an opinion. Even if it offends people, it is still their legal right.

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Corey C... to ♥K14 2013/02/12 18:53:01

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You're a disgusting piece of trash. I'm not being rude, only expressing my legal right.

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♥K14 to Corey C... 2013/02/12 18:53:34

Okay.

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superan... to Corey C... 2013/02/12 20:03:40

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Well, you are being rude. But you are expressing a malformed opinion. See how that works? Speech is free.

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superan... to ♥K14 2013/02/12 20:08:24

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Ignore the twit from before. You're dead-on here.

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Heather... to ♥K14 2013/02/12 23:41:41
♥K14 to Heather... 2013/02/13 16:18:20

I am serious. People have freedom of speech.
I did not say what the person said was right, merely that he should be allowed to say it.

Please don't criticise me for your own misinterpretations.

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