LOS ANGELES (AP) – Celebrities and others react to Sony’s announcement Tuesday that it will release Seth Rogen and James Franco’s embattled North Korean satire, “The Interview,” in some theaters on Christmas:
– “The people have spoken! Freedom has prevailed! Sony didn’t give up! The Interview will be shown at theaters willing to play it on Xmas day!” – Rogen on Twitter.
– “VICTORY!!!!!!! The PEOPLE and THE PRESIDENT have spoken!!! SONY to release THE INTERVIEW in theaters on XMAS DAY! CELEBRATING!!!!! “The Interview” starring Seth Rogen and James Flacco saved by President Obacco! I MEAN PRESIDENT OBAMA!!!!! Sorry!!!” – Franco on Instagram.
– “Thanks to everyone who didn’t give up on our movie! @Sethrogen & I are humbled & overwhelmed by your support. Hope you enjoy the film!” – “The Interview” co-writer-director, Evan Goldberg, on Twitter.
– “Can’t wait for Ben Affleck’s film about the making, marketing and release of “The Interview.” #OscarWatch2019″ – “Night at the Museum” director Shawn Levy on Twitter.