Abstract

Far-Right Digital Vigilantism as Technical Mediation

Highlights

  • Over the past few years, various movie prequels, sequels and reboots have occupied cinemas

  • We present four patterns related to digital vigilantism in the fandom of Fantastic Beasts

  • I briefly discuss the unwanted exposure of the lead actor in Grindelwald, namely the fandom denouncing Johnny Depp as an abuser; second, following this casting choice the fans organised a campaign to remove Depp from the film and fans called out and shamed — meaning they publicly denounced and stigmatised

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Introduction

Over the past few years, various movie prequels, sequels and reboots have occupied cinemas. Like Star Wars and Ghostbusters, continued their original storylines in new, innovative ways This led to praise from fans and movie critics, it prompted critique. Take for example the debates that followed the releases of the Star Wars instalments The Force Awakens (2015) and The Last Jedi (2017) Both received a lot of criticism about their storylines and casting choices, from a vocal minority of fans who were upset about the movies’ casting decisions. Adventurous companion Rose (portrayed by Asian-American actress Kelly Marie Tran) did not have the typical looks or body type of a Hollywood actress Both Ridley and Tran (Rey and Rose) took their Instagram profiles offline due to criticisms and comments received by alleged Star Wars fans who heartily disagreed with their roles in the franchise

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