Hollywood is no stranger to controversy, but a new project led by Roseanne Barr, Mark Wahlberg, and Mel Gibson is turning heads. The trio has announced plans to launch an “anti-woke” film studio, aiming to challenge the industry’s progressive values and offer a platform for unfiltered storytelling.
The studio, which has yet to be named, is being pitched as a “safe haven” for filmmakers, writers, and actors who feel stifled by the constraints of mainstream Hollywood. According to the trio, the project is a direct response to what they see as an industry increasingly driven by ideological politics rather than artistic freedom.
At a press conference announcing the venture, Barr didn’t hold back. “We’re tired of being told what we can or cannot say, what we can or cannot think,” she declared. “Hollywood has become a place where you have to be afraid to speak your mind. Our studio will be different. We’re not going to shy away from controversial topics, and we’re going to give artists the freedom to express themselves without fear of being canceled.”
Wahlberg echoed her sentiments, criticizing what he called Hollywood’s obsession with “woke” storytelling. “Hollywood used to be about telling great stories,” he said. “Now it’s about telling stories that pass the ‘woke’ test. That’s not art. That’s propaganda.”
The announcement comes amid a growing backlash against progressive ideals in the entertainment industry. Critics argue that modern storytelling has become overly sanitized and formulaic, with narratives often shaped by political messaging rather than creative vision. Barr, Wahlberg, and Gibson’s studio aims to push back against this trend, offering a platform for stories that reflect a broader spectrum of ideas and opinions.
But not everyone is convinced. Critics argue that the studio is less about artistic freedom and more about pushing a conservative agenda. “How is this any different from the very thing they claim to be against?” one industry insider asked. “They’re just trading one form of ideological storytelling for another.”
Others question whether the studio can succeed in a market that has become increasingly diverse and progressive. Will audiences embrace this shift, or will it be dismissed as an ideological stunt?
For Barr, Wahlberg, and Gibson, the studio represents more than just a business venture—it’s a chance to reshape their legacies and carve out a space in Hollywood that aligns with their beliefs. Whether they can turn this rebellion into real success remains to be seen.
One thing is certain: Hollywood’s cultural war is far from over, and this battle is just getting started.
