Sean Penn Talks His TV Debut, Criticizes

[@Readitinabook]

She hated his answer. Her entire body and facial features changed when he stated his opinion. She went from smiling and relaxed to ridged and almost confrontational. Like she was waiting for a fight.

[@Dude-oh8vq]

Probably because she's been programmed like a robot for her TV position and has a harder time processing a middle ground viewpoint on the topic, like so many are unable to.

[@sandy-ke1kr]

The only reason she didn't fight him, I think, is because it caught her off guard. It was definitely not the answer she expected.

[@hd-xc2lz]

Really hope her question "do you think the #MeToo movement has gotten too big" was a product of editing. Because it was a sorry follow up Q to Sean's point about nuance.

[@hd-xc2lz]

Jon Richard, I honestly have zero problem with women uniting over growing public awareness of how common (and just how awful) sexual harassment is in the workplace. Those feelings of vindication and righteousness are well deserved, I'm sure you have some women close to you that could tell you stories. What kills me is how some men have not only lost their jobs on the flimsiest of evidence, but have actually been wiped clean from the history of entertainment products they helped create. So Stalin-esque it's astonishing. And these guys (and I'm NOT talking about Harvey Weinstein [although we've NEVER heard his side of things]), once they were fired had no public platform to plead their case, and were often legally bound to silence. The utter lack of concern for due process EXPRESSED PUBLICLY by so many well-educated women is truly alarming and depressing.

[@jesse4270]

Just like Sean said, these things are too black and white. She hears that he disagrees largely with the me too movement and automatically assumes he’s not for these victims lol so stupid. Great comment by the way

[@BillWillyBillyBill]

He says, #metoo is dividing men and women. She says, some would say it's uniting women. The fact that she didn't even understand his point shows the extent of the issue.

[@tyanctil]

no he's saying that women should be equal and not have to face violence and discrimination, but the MeToo movement itself is dividing men and women.

[@BillWillyBillyBill]

@Kris S OMG, no Kris. I'm pointing out that he's talking one thing and she's talking about another. In other words, she didn't hear what he said.

[@ianmwaf]

Kris, does the 's' stand for strawman?

[@justiceforjohnny9168]

Kris S Yeah, cuz that’s what we’re saying, right? Shut up.

[@morpheusxnyc]

Your preposterous strawman response is absolutely proving Sean's point.

[@hair1671]

I'm a woman and I agree with Sean. Its a scary world if people aren't able to word an opinion without getting thoroughly punished. Its a scary world where people think they are 100 percent right. I do not think everything is black or white. We should be able to have calm discussions and still be friendly towards each other in spite of disagreement.

[@stephaniejade7056]

What does "I'm a woman..." have anything to do w/it???? Nice FAKE ACCOUNT.

[@poeticjust3004]

It's called tribalism lol find your tribe and then go to war with others and ppls oppinons...then when you have won the battle spread your way of life until it is substantial and no one can fight against you...when will humans wake up and see we are not entirely different than any animal on this planet...lol tribalism is still encoded into modern form

[@rumblefish9]

hair1671 I'm a woman too and I think Sean is absolutely correct in his view. I think the metoo movement started out well intentioned but its been hijacked by those with extreme points of view where its become almost a mob mentality. Men are judged before there is even proof. And yet there's so much hypocrisy (am looking at you Asia Argento) Its a shame that the reporter has such narrow-minded views because he had valid points.

[@knightheaven8992]

Welcome to the world of Social media. It can be a truly sickening place imo. Metoo non withstanding.

[@sweetbabyrick5382]

You're 347 years old, get with the times.

[@amrik5343]

Good on you Sean for not being afraid to tell an opinion that doesn't just follow the sheep in Hollywood.

[@talkinsmak]

i think he was kinda afraid. or drugged out. idk what one. he seemed nervous. he still said it though. i commend him. any real man or woman knows you can't just believe all woman. dems tried to use me too against kavanaugh. glad it didn't work. that chick was lying through her teeth from start to finish. i don't care if you're a democrat republican or whatever. if a woman can ruin your life with an accusation that's bad for all men.

[@mystuff223]

He was really brave there! So many of these Hollywood folks worry about their paycheck​ and image

[@lolalopez7657]

I think its great that he said what he said. Although he usually does follow the liberal hollywood trend. But im glad he had the balls to tell the truth

[@lyes-ot6it]

He is a legend for me, his father was ruined by McCarthisme, so he started with conflictual relations with medias in 80's, then learned, and became the best actor oh his generation, he was among the first people opposite to first Gulf war, he is funny on TV shows, and still says what he wants, and doesn't care about Holywood, liberals, plus he never played in a moovie deprainsing other coutries culture....

[@lyes-ot6it]

@@lolalopez7657 No man, it's the liberal hollywood trend who follows him like for Irak, he went there, he has ideas...he is a director too, and i heard many people hate him, so he must be a good guy

[@ΛιζιΜπίζι]

Look at her face when she asks Sean about the movement, it is almost like she is being ironic, he is just saying his opinion in a modest and sophisticated way. Toilet journalism

[@sunnydlight2375]

female herd-validation mentality. research. read. learn. everything will make sense.

[@joyllywoodb5402]

@@sunnydlight2375 typical of men who want to squash the truth

[@plasticweapon]

@@joyllywoodb5402 no, only you can squash it with your lies.

[@toddsmith8820]

Ask him his opinion, then get mad at his opinion. Don't interview people if you can't handle someone's own thoughts and opinions. Be a professional or don't do it at all.

[@roytsusui1761]

Mari did, what did you expect from sean WHO? 💩🖕

[@sig9girl]

I'm a woman, and I agree with Sean 100%!

[@borisjohnson2291]

Lot of folks are starting to believe that this whole MeToo charade's a zionist ploy to contract the rate of reproduction among white people. Think about it.

[@KissMyBiscuits]

Same ! (I actually typed “me too” at first, chucked and then erased it. LOL!) Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for victim empowerment. But I never thought it was fair that there is no due process after an accusation. More likely than not, the man’s life is just ruined & he is not allowed to defend himself.

[@billeybop]

Very objective!

[@andytim]

Notice how the interviewer changes the subject back to the TV show after his female cast member starts to provide more context for Sean's point of view. She fears for her job too much to question the mainstream narrative.

[@sig9girl]

andytim wow! Can you read anyone’s feelings like that, or just hers?

[@LucasCMaia-qy8es]

The guy said nothing wrong, but people on social media are already demonizing what he said in this interview. And this only makes you see how true his words are.

[@borisjohnson2291]

Lot of folks are starting to believe that this whole MeToo charade's a zionist ploy to contract the rate of reproduction among white people. Think about it.

[@DanielGennaro]

Very true my friend

[@VisionaryMedia24]

@@borisjohnson2291 what do u mean?

[@squamish4244]

It's because Penn has a history of violent behaviour and domestic abuse, so his judgment is suspect. If he didn't, people would react differently.

[@shitmandood]

What demonizing? Comments seem to agree with what he said.

[@NevadaBoss]

"It's too black and white." Spot on. The biggest problem these days is that EVERYTHING, always, is either THIS or THAT...right or left..black or white. And the REAL world is almost always grey. Nuanced. But this ADHD nation can't deal with that. Thank you Sean..a voice of sanity amid the media din of inanity.

[@emccarthy8]

Sean’s the first person I’ve heard make any sense since the whole thing came out.

[@juanpablofernandez3536]

Absolutely agrede with you

[@billeybop]

Amen to that!

[@September2004]

I remember saying that the MeToo movement needed to come right out and criticize things like having a person's career ruined simply from one accusation or lines like, "Always believe the woman." They never did (or not in a big way) and this will lead to their downfall. Too bad, because I support them in spirit.

[@kdengo]

You are right until the Sean "sanity" he is not an example , On his marriage with Madonna, ended due to his agressivity towards her, he has a violent past, he has to criticize the movement. In the other hand, not only the Me too ... We are living a moment where people forgot that real life is gray , you are absolutely right. Iwished more people could see things so clear like that ... because nothing is for sure.

[@vincestonereviews]

Is anyone else concerned with this edit. I feel like some important stuff was left out and it was an attempt to smear Penn that clearly backfired.

[@MichaelGile19]

Riiight

[@DendelionBlu]

I know right? You can see the cuts clear. Also did you see how "Some say its uniting women" was edited in? She wasn't even in the room with them when she said. And I think they actually used green screen to fit her back in?

[@edub9930]

Absolutely. No conspiracy theory at all. You can see his unraveling of points was completely put on the chopping block. It would have been great to hear

[@plasticweapon]

because you can't except that he's against the movement?

[@IndieRockerHippy]

100%. He's very intelligent and was making total sense.

[@ludwigvonsowell5347]

This reporter as with many mainstream reporter isn’t there to find facts, but instead there to circlejerk a narrative and deny any bias while loading questions.

[@66wow99]

In two words: JOB SECURITY.

[@tammiepage6489]

You just figure that out always been that way that’s why I don’t really watch that it was already on watching this as far as Sean Penn

[@shaybe7462]

I am a 52 year old woman who totally agrees with Sean. This movement is dividing men and women, sadly.

[@kylecole9433]

That was always the point. #metoo deserves a voice, but they made it a political football.

[@shaybe7462]

kyle cole Men can’t even sincerely compliment a woman on her dress, hair, sweater etc., without it being “sexual harassment” or a “sexual predator.” God forbid a man holds open a door for a woman!! He might get his teeth knocked down his throat. I rather like being complimented by a man. Women today are full of rage!! We can thank the feminist. The whole country is losing it’s respect, morals, empathy all for the “politically correct” tolerance of ALL, but in actuality it’s dividing us more than anything.

[@dodgingdurangos924]

For all the wrong reasons

[@larryhardy7928]

Sharon W no just making men accountable for not taking advantage of women or abusing women we get enough of that since birth im ashamed for u

[@1love847]

If women are uniting as a result I say its worth it. We are still the largest minority because we are so divided. One hurdle at a time. Power and respect comes from a united front that can then come to the table and negotiate terms with strenth.

[@mutesparrow]

Sean it totally right, and notice how he has to be selective with his words and his presentation and manner is humble? Cause if he was to say these things with more confidence, it would ruin his life. Because in this day and age, god forbid one has confidence in what they say, as people will take offence for that trait alone. Thumbs up to Sean.

[@Crewelperleology]

You say "in this day and age, God forbid one has confidence in what they say"? Oh my. Have you any idea how it has been for some (performers/artists or not), or certain types of people for decades, well before the 21st century?

[@Kekekepeeps]

24 Karrots I think he was being selective because what he was saying is a very hard thing to put into words. He isn’t saying he hates women coming forward and speaking up he hates that it’s become this “movement” without any nuance which is such a spot on opinion on much of any “movements” being formed

[@stephaniejade7056]

He's not being selective at all, just stupidity and ignorance -- he represents the stupidity and ignorance. "It's all about men...focus on us...."

[@Consciousbreathyoga]

24 Karrots 👍🙏

[@acharich]

💯💯💯💯💯 just as Prov 15:1 says.. 💣🔥

[@NadaVerse]

*As the Mother of 2 Boys: I denounce this current zeitgeist in which a WOMAN’S Value is asserted by DeValuing a MAN.*

[@stephaniejade7056]

WOW!! What a woman-hater!!

[@MrDavidKord]

Stephanie Jade Lol

[@cellardoor199991]

Let's be equals

[@Hoganply]

Careful of the literalists and the pessimistic out there before attempting any form of satire, Steph. :)

[@NadaVerse]

MR.X *I’m down...*

[@DonVal86]

Downvoted because of the interviewer’s stupid reaction. She got defensive once Penn dared to have an original thought; disgusting.

[@DonVal86]

movingonandup773 2:37, She’s hostile towards him too. We should be able to criticize any idea.

[@kristinesmart24]

THANK YOU!!!!!! I am sick of the "thought police."

[@hellodavey1902]

Perfect description

[@delphi-moochymaker62]

@ and the corporation.

[@delphi-moochymaker62]

@movingonandup773 It's in the body language. It is subconscious and we have no control over it. Her micro expressions say what she feels as well. She inadvertently leaned backward when he said that. Her eyes widened as well. If you want a deeper understanding of something, you lean in and focus (narrow the eyes) on the subject. Her voice raised in pitch as well. A sign of alarm. Watch again. 30 years in sales has taught how to read people's unspoken attitudes.

[@PokeySoggybottom]

"In most things that are really important , I think it's best to just slow down..." Whatever he said next was edited out because the media don't want to slow down. The media thrives off hysteria and sensationalism. It took balls for Sean Penn to say what he said. It's crazy that the mere suggestion that the me too movement could benefit from employing a measured, nuance approach, which is open to discussion without fear of persecution, is such a risky thing to even utter. Apparently, the interviewer couldn't even fathom what Penn suggested as it went whizzing over her head!

[@greghalus9478]

I think she may have understood what he said but wouldn't dare engage in the conversation in fear of being attacked by the mob...its a witch hunt!

[@BreannaMae]

I'm a woman and I also agree with Sean Penn's feeling toward the Me Too Movement. I'm always suspicious when something goes from a few isolated incidents to a "movement" or "trend". When it crosses into that territory, almost always do we start seeing women coming out of the woodwork accusing a random person of something that may or may not have happened 20, 30 or even 40 years ago. In reality that woman is after her pat on the back, her 15 minutes of fame and maybe a hefty payout. This movement has become more of a take down of men by male-hating feminists. It's the "let's get 'em girls!" lynch mob mentality.

[@cealabeala4367]

Simply Magical “a few isolated incidents”? That’s hardly an accurate description. Harvey Weinstein alone has preyed on hundreds of women over the years. Do you have any female friends/family members? Ask them how many times something creepy has happened to them. It’s happened to almost every woman at least once, and for most it’s happened multiple times.

[@crescentfreshbret]

Dude, there’s nothing “trendy” about it. What’s happening is, the more women speak out about the abuse and harassment they’ve experienced, the more other women (and men) feel empowered to speak out about their own experiences. So many people were abused years ago and were terrified to tell anyone about it. Some of them DID come forward with experiences and got nothing but scolding , blame, or indifference, then experienced abuse again and were afraid to come forward again because of how it was received before. Those people have been given a courage they never had before and have had their claims gain a new legitimacy now that a light has been shown on the prevalence of this sort of thing. I’ve been hearing stories from all kinds of people who were abused 30-40 years ago and haven’t been able to tell anyone about it (not even their spouses) until just recently. So many people (especially when the abuse was perpetrated by people of prominence or authority in a church) were taught to just keep their experiences quiet, push it down, and pretend like it never happened, and this has caused all kinds of psychological damage to people that has manifested itself in various aspects of their lives. The “Me Too” Movement has brought about healing experiences (many of them long overdue) for so many people. I’d say it’s done and will do far more good than bad and is something that has been needed for a LONG time now.

[@wobu5361]

Simply Magical it’s unlikely that a prof of her statue is only looking for a pat on the back or her 15 mins of fame. Why would she subject herself to all that comes with it ?(including jail if she’s lying)

[@wolfstar675]

Energizer Erica You're an obvious troll.

[@moonlily1]

Sexual harassment isn't an anomaly, a matter of a few "isolated incidents". It is pervasive. It's probably happened to you and you just didn't recognize it as that because you've been told your whole life that it's normal and you should ignore it and "laugh it off", that the burden is on you, not the men. Women hold each other down a lot, so it doesn't surprise me. Lots of women "totally agreed with the men" on suffrage, as well. Some of the worst misogynists are women.

[@lyledeyounges1276]

Sorry, nothing against the journalist but that was a stupid question... way to bring #metoo into an interview about a new series that feature female astronauts etc.... We didn't go from the 50's to #metoo, so interesting female characters (in a work of fiction) haven't been absent and really isn't that shocking.

[@NewtFidoScamander]

LyleDeYounges Especially since the show was written before the MeToo movement became a thing

[@coughpillbox748]

It all seems so patronizing.. maybe there's a lack of self awareness

[@NewtFidoScamander]

cough pillbox Who? If we’re talking about Penn, he’s just being asked his opinion. I dislike the bait though considering they’re here to talk about The First

[@billeybop]

Bate but he did not take it!

[@dodgingdurangos924]

These people in mainstream media are NOT journalists. They're not even good interviewers. Most worked their way up from the mailroom (or the bedroom in Julie Chen Moonves' case). I mean, do you really think Al Roker is a real meteorologist and a certified health & fitness expert?

[@DonVal86]

That woman is a disgrace to journalism.

[@futurestoryteller]

It's the Today show...

[@NeWorldVision]

NBC = Nothing But Crap

[@ortofon88]

Why?

[@DonVal86]

Nathan It’s a journalist’s job to present the news not their opinion. As soon as Sean Penn dared to have his own point of view she became hostile.

[@ortofon88]

I'm not so sure about that - kzbin.info/www/bejne/l37Gm6uJic13a5Y

[@DavidM_10]

The simple fact that Sean was so nervous and had to muster his courage merely to address the issue in a calm and sensible manner perfectly illustrates how dangerously far the pendulum of the MeToo movement is threatening to swing. Its purpose is supposed to be to give victimized women a voice, NOT to victimize men and take their voices away. That's not the equality that people claim to want. Two wrongs do not make a right. Well done to Sean for having the guts to speak out; and well done to Natascha McElhone for trying to be supportive of her male co-star's right to free speech instead of going silent or deflecting when the topic arose.

[@MrAussieJules]

sadly, the purpose of all feminism (aka female /nazi supremacism) is to Victimize men and trample on their face with a boot, forever. Look up christieOmisty series of vids on youtube. its nothing more than a rehash of marxist leninism, with men as the oppressors to be thrown in the gutter.

[@greghalus9478]

Excellent comment, David.

[@vitancx5750]

@@MrAussieJules how stupid are you?

[@longmemory1620]

give victimized women a voice .. except Bill Clinton's victims

[@MrNYCman530]

I often disagree with Sean's political views, but this I agree with him on. It encourages too much division and makes men guilty until proven innocent. There should be equally severe penalties for a man guilty of sexual assault and a woman slandering an innocent man.

[@kristinesmart24]

BLESS YOU. SMART MAN.

[@Michael-te7fj]

Finally a liberal who is acting like a liberal rather than a fascist.

[@RKyle-wx6rp]

I’m a woman and I agree with you. The victim in either situation has their life ruined...unfortunately it’s very easy to SAY you’re a victim, and no real consequences are enforced if a person was actually lying.

[@codybarbour7432]

I think it’s funny how she said “we went there to talk about the show and this conversation came up” She’s the one who asked about it. Watch now Sean is going to get caught up in something all because he’s one of the few actors that will not follow the narrative.

[@edub9930]

Thinking for yourself, what an incredulous concept in today's follow the hard mentality atmosphere

[@bethb6538]

I can't believe I agree with Sean Penn on anything, ever. Mind blown

[@1247.cccccc]

Beth B ME THREE. Have a nice day. Beth B 1 week ago I can't believe I agree with Sean Penn on anything, ever. Mind blown

[@petarkosovic6455]

It probably means you are independent, sane and healthy individual.

[@jenster29]

4:45 "It evolved into this" wtf? YOU brought it up? You should have stuck to what the show was actually about

[@davidhenretta6553]

So Sean Penn said he didn't like the movement because It was dividing men and woman and Natalie Morales response to that is "the women would say it has united women" which is double speak for it has created a division between men and woman...I think that is the common sense part he was referring too. I can't stand Sean Penn but he's right on the money in this case. We are 100% reliving 1690's Salem, ooooh and just in time for Halloween!

[@winifredsanderson4532]

I'm glad to see that other people are seeing what I see: we're being turned against each other.

[@federalreservebrown2507]

its a small hat tactic

[@devinmichaelroberts9954]

Notice how the costar totally understands his point but Today selectively edits it to make it look like he is just going off on women. No one is talking about how she condoned what he said are they? Nope!

[@freddiearmstrong121]

Very obvious they edited it to make him look bad.

[@freddiearmstrong121]

I just meant the editing....

[@stephaniejade7056]

She didn't "condone" it.... She said the #metoo movement needs to move beyond Hollywood.

[@TheMorganVEVO]

Stephanie Jade Exactly. People are trying to sensationalize something that is really quite rational.

[@rajabcroswell9020]

I agree with Sean. Alot of accusations and no facts to back them up. No police reports. No evdence.

[@Joker-mq7zr]

Rajab Croswell no evidence no source, but yet these so called women blindly believe it

[@GarrySkipPerkins]

"No police reports" -- What about Women's lives matter? We all know police are beating women senselessly whenever they are off camera. It is no different than how the white teaching establishment feed Asian students answers to advance their Asian supremacy conspiracy.

[@edub9930]

But "anything is good as long as it uplifts women, even if it destroys innocent lives along the way

[@IndieRockerHippy]

Not really what he was saying. He's not saying it's lies at all. He's saying it's so important that it shouldn't just made into some big trend or hashtag. It needs to be properly investigated and changes made to fix it. Much like black lives matter. It's a huge trend but it doesn't really matter if change doesn't happen and things aren't fixed.

[@jayteesgear]

Rajab- fully agree! And the worst part of the crying wolf is that it silences TRUE victims.

[@Jedi391]

Shows shouldn’t be pro-women or pro-men or pro-anyone. Once you make distinctions you divide. Shows as in life, should focus on assessing each individual person based on the content of their character and not on their gender or other attributes not related to who a person is at base.

[@gregtrue5520]

You are right as rain.we need common sense. I not against any group but the media would say everyone is against everyone. Not true.

[@futurestoryteller]

That's why if you're pro life you're dividing a mother from her baby - otherwise known as a C-section.

[@hd-xc2lz]

Ideally yes, but let's be honest (and I'm a guy), the male perspective had thoroughly dominated TV and film until the last ten years or so. Loads more roles for middle aged male actors than similarly aged women, and we're talking meaningful, nuanced roles where the character's choices influence the plot. If we suddenly see more women in such roles, it's just a corrective, don't get too worked up about it, the male dominance was a false picture of reality anyway.

[@Jedi391]

h d More roles of significance that are played by women isn’t the issue. It’s the slanting of a story to be “pro” women that is the problem. For example there are many movies with strong/dominant female leads such as The Aliens series, The Hunger Games, Wonder Woman, Sara Connor in the Terminator series.....just to name a few. These are all significant and substantial roles that have been universally accepted and appreciated. These stories were not pro-Woman, they were simply populated with quality characters that were loved based on their own merits. The characters quality didn’t require that the movie/show be slanted to be pro woman and they were all majorly successful. An example of a movie slanted to be “pro-woman” is Star Wars the Last Jedi. In that movie each male character was artificially shown as a complete buffoon who couldn’t get anything right ever. They were all complete morons or very much the embodiment of evil. On the other hand the female rolls couldn’t get anything wrong and had abilities and powers that are ridiculously powerful even by Star Wars standards. Thus you had fan backlash for that reason, along with other serious problems of course. That’s what happens when you try to force something artificially to preach to the audience.

[@hd-xc2lz]

Jedi391, your citing the Star Wars franchise to make your point is awfully nutty. For every excessively pro woman film both you and I together can name several hundreds of films where male characters make every decision, where only men experience internal growth, and women are mere window dressing, shallow obstacles to male success or cheerleaders, and all appearing strictly between the ages of 18-25. You know exactly what I'm talking about.

[@shachmon1]

I usually don't agree with Penn, but he is ON POINT.

[@sammycaldwell2385]

Wholeheartedly I agree with Sean Penn.

[@michaelh3583]

Couldn't agree more. Not to say that sexual assault isn't a problem because it is and we need to work on ridding the taboo of being ashamed for being assaulted. But I do agree with Penn in the respect that we need to sit down and have a genuine discussion as to the motives of the movement and what their end game is.

[@SchannAlv]

Tim Buckanouske In mental health counseling and psychology it is highly advisable for people to tell their experiences. Silencing people isn’t an option and as women are empowered now more than ever, they are voicing their opinions and their right to have a voice (Constitution; 1st Amendment; Civil Rights) The MeToo Movement is a collective collaboration of women and men who have been in abusive situations- I’m sure if Mr. Penn sat down and spoke with some of these men and women he would be able to get the specifics of black and white. The movement has been happening for ever, women have suffered in inequality and sexual harassment since the beginnings of time, it just so happens that now there are platforms social media, the news media- all of whom are giving women and men louder voices. It amazes me that Mr. Penn doesn’t bring about his charge of a felony domestic assault on his then partner Madonna circa 1980’s as well as with other female partners. I’m not sure how anyone could agree with Sean Penn over women’s rights, human rights whatsoever- the areas are grey because he’s been accused with evidence and there’s no excuse for abuse on any human rights level. MeToo is a discussion and sounding board in this country and the world about the way people are being treated based off of equality and civil rights. Perhaps the question should be, how can we improve and raise generations to think of people as people.

[@8rr725]

+Larry Hardy +Anne Liesveld You're both brainless idiots who are putting words in Tim's mouth that were never said. He said the taboo of women being ashamed of sexual assault should stop, and you both attack him as if he said something different. Either you're off your meds or you're part of the insidious group that tries to gaslight people into thinking something is there that really isn't.

[@jonathanfarley2023]

Feminists agree that assault *isn't* a problem since men get assaulted more and they don't care. No genuine assault victim is made to feel ashamed in this country.

[@larryhardy7928]

Tim Buckanouske sad thing is is its not a game in any way women get fcked over constantly and most of the time are not asking for it or get fired from pigs wanting 2 harrass them sexually. Do u get that at work? until then youll never understand the unfairness

[@jonathanfarley2023]

+Larry Hardy I follow a lot of these cases and don't recall seeing one like that. I see cases where a woman gets someone fired because she claims he complimented her dress or she eavesdropped on two men telling a joke she found offensive or something like that. Do you have examples? For example, Weinstein wasn't the boss of any of the women who voluntarily came to his hotel room, therefore he didn't harass them.

[@dianag9066]

The fact that Natalie Morales absolutely BRISTLED at Sean Penn's words, totally validated the points he was making! Bad form Miss M! When a notably intelligent, articulate human being is sitting in front of you expressing a truth that you are in no way prepared to process, and you stiffen at his words because he's not spouting the same old rhetoric that you're accustomed to nodding and smiling back at, YOU ARE OUT OF YOUR LEAGUE!! Why do you think Mr. Penn doesn't do many interviews?! Could it be because when he speaks honestly and thoughtfully on a topic, and his views are not in line with the mainstream drivel-of-the-day, that interviewers like you are unable to disguise their disgust and disapproval? You didn't deserve to sit in the same room with him. 🤔🤯

[@kristinesmart24]

WOW! GREAT COMMENT. You, Lady, have my vote. Every word was awesome/very thoughtful.

[@rhunefader9428]

Brilliantly put Diana

[@WhiplashDynamo]

#ScrewMeToo

[@futurestoryteller]

Okay, where do you want to meet up?

[@cealabeala4367]

#NoThanksI’mGood

[@karldilkington8587]

"pound" me too

[@akifameer]

@@futurestoryteller ra*pe takes like 5 mins if you are not resisting

[@futurestoryteller]

@@akifameer Good, then you can lie still for me.

[@neopunk8205]

This is Sean Penn giving a voice to the millions of people around the world who share the same legitimate concerns.

[@strawdawgs78]

THAT'S the Sean Penn I was a fan of growing up. *"Way to go, Penn!"* In my best Spicolli voice.

[@JGunit]

Sean gets it.

[@larryhardy7928]

J Rod sure after he tortured madonna lmao

[@biancamitchell9450]

@@larryhardy7928 exactly. He's a woman beater

[@TheMorganVEVO]

Bianca Mitchell okay, but I heard those accusations were false. He sued Lee Daniels for saying that on camera because of slander.

[@johnthomas1689]

Mr. Penn is correct that the "movement" or accusations of MeToo lack nuance. Then, Natascha demonstrated her complete lack of understanding what he said....her own lack of nuance asking..."Do you think it's gotten too big?"....of course, in her world....something is "big" or its "little". Such a wasted opportunity for a decent interview! Ms. McElhone....get off the stage. Sheesh

[@wordswritteninred7171]

She was afraid he would reveal the truth. Notice how chopped the video is.

[@talllala]

I just rolled my eyes when she came out with that vapid question, as if it's a matter of how small or big something is, as if the intrinsic quality of its nature changes depending on its size! I mean the guy started talking about the need for a less partisan conversation, for a more nuanced approach to the debate, and she gets all tight lipped and slyly infers he has a problem with the power (size) of the movement, not so subtlely implying of course that he is simply another man in a position of power that feels 'threatened' by metoo. Then she turns to the actress and tries to put responsibility on her to say something counteractive by saying so you have conversations about this? In other words: you're a woman, you don't agree with this do you?! It's so boringly predictably asinine.

[@hd-xc2lz]

So well described talllala. I'd only add to all that the folksy tone the interviewer adopts when putting the question to his costar, "so-tcha talk 'bout this much on set?" as if Sean is just another rambling dude defending the dudes, again failing to get "it." Ughh.

[@cameliashakti9943]

maybe they should just ask the guy. as he understands better and she fails to understand

[@kenmcbreairty7878]

This reporter another brainwashed idealogoue

[@DClarke1900]

I and most of the women I know are too scared to speak out or even criticize any part of the me too movement

[@theminuteman3460]

It will be less scary if both men and women work together to fight against (metaphorically speaking) the movement.

[@suribuxton9079]

Yep. Sad they don't like a woman's opinion when it doesn't fit the narrative.

[@seanpenn8034]

We learned about gratitude and humility - that so many people had a hand in our success, from the teachers who inspired us to the janitors who kept our school clean... and we were taught to value everyone's contribution and treat everyone with respect.And I want to specially appreciate you for being a big fan. Thanks for your love and nice comments on my post, it means a lot to me and I would like to know more about you and how long you have been a good fan of mine Okay then I will direct you to my gmail address platform where we talk more on my leisure hour. Best Regards.Text: [e-mail]

[@LeiliMana]

I've met Sean Penn in Toronto and he was a very put together and professional person and I gained some extra respect for him for saying this. The journalist said "is the movement getting too big?" as in, "do you as a man feel threatened by more and more women getting stronger?"....sometimes people really want to misunderstand.

[@Raddland]

Why on Earth would you ask actors about a hashtag movement that is unfairly nuking celebrities who talk about it unless you wanted the conversation to get "interesting"? These interviewers really should be ashamed on themselves for their transparent attempt to get scandal views. And actors really should start to know better then to fall for it. Sean played a dangerous game here.

[@rhunefader9428]

Yes, but he played it well and with great risk to his career

[@mitchmiller6366]

The #metoo movement doesn't need to be brought up in every situation 🙄 #STOPTHETREND

[@ViennA2891]

She IS everything that's wrong w/media and 'journalism' today! Sean...U ROCK! Don't let 'em silence you!!!

[@AGTsakumis]

I dislike Penn and think he's overrated as an actor. However, he is bang on with his comments about this so-called movement. A woman's value shouldn't be proportional to how much we devalue a man--any man. It's quite insidious, really, and politically motivated. Interesting, too, that the push is coming from Penn's side of the political spectrum. For once, he's actually taking to task his own. Utterly refreshing.

[@leechurchill1965]

At first I thought Sean Penn was strung out on something in the interview. But I realized he was probably nervous about putting it on the line somewhat.

[@realmusiklover]

Penn hits the mark on this. Less #MeToo, less Hollywood., less Rose McGowan hypocritical bluster. More meaningful legislative, cultural and social change to empower women and establish equality. Well said, sir.

[@randyjones3180]

Brave of Penn to say something many will perceive as not PC.

[@ed-zb2gx]

Oh my god I was literally just talking about this today! There is a huge difference as to how the media thinks we feel about these issues as to how we actually feel!

[@larryshores9402]

Wow a liberal saying this. Bravo.

[@stephaniejade7056]

Are you saying the conservatives are rapists?? LOL

[@VV-ly4gw]

Stephanie Jade No he isn’t, he’s pointing out that even liberals can realize how stupid the far left has become.

[@alir919]

Sean Penn is a great actor and very brilliant man. I couldnt agree with him more!!

[@tarshmateus9411]

I'm a woman and I agree with 100% Sean Penn. 😁

[@Morgan-lf8mw]

Sean Penn is speaking this way because he is one of these types of men. He has many accounts of Domestic Violence despite being an A-list "liberal" celebrity. Also, it is strange that all of the comments section is filled with men who uphold solidarity with this logic.

[@gerispencer4277]

I so agree with Sean Penn. on an individual level, we must respect each other. Charges should be made in a court of law with substantiated claims. Not in the media.

[@williamlozier5454]

Sean Penn is so thoughtful. He doesn't seem to waste a word. He looks like he cares so much and it shows on his face. He seems so serious, rightfully so, that I hope he gets time to laugh once in a while.

[@joshuabartlett3589]

Woman are already empowered.

[@sid3859]

I use to be a woman and i totally agree with Sean

[@kurdtacolbain731]

What Sean said was: "I'd like to think NONE of it's influenced by 'metoo,' I'd like to think it's influenced by the things that ARE developing in terms of the empowerment of women..." MEANING HE THINKS GOOD THINGS ARE HAPPENING BECAUSE OF WOMEN, NOT BECAUSE OF THE METOO MOVEMENT. Thank you Sean!

[@MonkeyLaughing101]

Another journalist trying to force words into the mouths of actors and/or politicians. She's a disgrace.

[@JohnSmith-yi9cp]

I like ur pfpic

[@Chris-yy5pj]

I bet there was probably over a hour of footage and they chooped alot of important stuff out to tell metoo

[@chiefsfan9918]

This movement is ridiculous...let’s make the world even more scared to do anything. I can say for the women who have actually been sexually assaulted , yes it needs attention, but now women are crying sexual assault if you put a hand on them innocently! And cops are annoyed they got to waste time on these fake assault claims. When the real cases need attention! Pretty soon it will be the old cry wolf scenario. Men being scared to go on a date without being accused of anything. Scary world we are creating.

[@sunnydlight2375]

[toxic] women have created this. its all my friends talk about now.

[@longmemory1620]

the #MeToo founder Tarana Burke was asked on camera why has MeToo ignored bill clinton's victims? to which Tarana replied Who did you vote for?

[@Inkanation1]

He is a true Legend.

[@gothxm]

A lot of people attacking the reporter are doing exactly what Penn is warning not to do. Black and white. HeroEnemy. And it's perpetuated by people's interpretations of others. I agree with Penn 100% but we have to really key in to what he said. It's about more than just the me too movement. When he mentioned "being glommed on to, with great stridency and rage." I find that those words apply to more than just just me too. I'm not attacking anyone or saying this is how anyone has to think..it's just how I see it.

[@Alex-qo7ke]

I think we need the unedited version of this. That's a very strong commentary to chop up into bites.

[@blove142]

good job Sean! So many times a Metoo accusation is treated in the media like a religious revelation, and to question the accuser is some form of blasphemy. Newsflash, PEOPLE LIE, for many reasons.n Finally, Metoo doesn't seem to be able to draw a distinction between an unwanted compliment, an awkward dating moment, normal flirting, or an actual sexual assault, and to conflate those things only diminishes the seriousness of actual sexual assault. Sean is right on this.

[@praisegod3768]

Oh Sean, I've loved you since Fast Times in Ridgement High, and I love you even more now. You speak eloquently and humbly, with wisdom and common sense. Thank you!

[@rinawaller1830]

I totally agree with Sean, so articulate and in expressing his thoughts that some agree with. The interviewer you could see her demeanour change, not sure if she was impartial enough to take on the answer she got. Lesson....be prepared

[@RaiceGeriko]

He basically said there was a soul element in the MeToo movement that aims to divide men and women. And then as soon as he said that, the journalist turned to the lady and asked "What do you think about that?" as if the divide in opinion was already present. He was right on point with his assessment of the whole thing. And that is Feminism in a nutshell.

[@fcukugimmeausername]

Good on him. 100% correct.

[@jameyalford4760]

Sean Penn is really such a great actor and what an amazing mind.

[@edub9930]

We really don't deserve him

[@smurfette1509]

I'm a transwoman and take a great interest in women's issues and I agree with Sean.

[@smurfette1509]

KING SAUL Awww...you miss me because I can't be one of the boys. ♀️ 🏳️‍🌈

[@edwardelric603]

There's no such thing as transgender...you're a man and always will be...welcome to reality

[@smurfette1509]

Edward Elric I am not what you call me. I don't answer to you. I am a woman❗️

[@CatsRtw2g]

Morgan Field if you are a woman why did you call yourself a "trans woman" in the OP. The fact that you don't even call yourself a woman should tell you something.

[@CARTOONIVERSE1]

Morgan Field- You probably think it's fair that other Trans are currently dominating REAL women's sports. One guy has been destroying real women in wrestling tournaments, winning every time in record-time. I have no problem with Trans until they use it to CHEAT in sports.

[@MasculinityMindset]

Penn is right!

[@jocelynnoir4482]

I like how this is an interview about powerful women but Natascha McElhone wasn't even featured in the title, and was hardly spoken to in this interview. I agree with Sean- though I wish McElhone was more involved. She's a very intelligent, outspoken and hard working actress.

[@purefoldnz3070]

2:39 WHAT'CHA MEAN A RECEPTACLE OF THE SALACIOUS!??! lol Her eyes literally had knives.

[@freedomofspeech2238]

Any narrative that is challenged from the main stream media by anyone is not accepted and shunned right away. Why ask Sean Penn for his two cents on a topic if you can't handle an argument ?

[@samcooper1973]

This is the last thing I expected from Sean Penn good for him for speaking his mind and the truth that we all know

[@misterchristopher8857]

Thanks Sean for helping find balance in the MeeToo thing. I know there are many cases where people are using it for financial, emotional and vindictive attacks. I've seen it up close and personal, once you make a claim public, all forms of balanced legal and factual sorting out is pretty much destroyed because emotions run high.

[@larryhardy7928]

Mister Christopher wait til it happens to a loved one of yours

[@misterchristopher8857]

i've been falsely accused twice. Wait until that happens to you. I'm still angry more than 24 yrs since the first time that happened.

[@misterchristopher8857]

Your statement assumes I don't know of incest, molestation & sexual assault. I have first hand info on many from friends and family. My views are taking into account both sides of the matter. I've been wrongly accused several times, and it's terrible.

[@kindone9]

Larry Hardy are u male or female?

[@stephaniejade7056]

uh...that's not "balance"... that's skewing it into a direction it hasn't anything to do with... smh

[@MyCarllee]

I like how he put his opinion out without triggering any SJWs. You can't rightfuly misunderstood his words however you interpret them.

[@seanpenn8034]

We learned about gratitude and humility - that so many people had a hand in our success, from the teachers who inspired us to the janitors who kept our school clean... and we were taught to value everyone's contribution and treat everyone with respect.And I want to specially appreciate you for being a big fan. Thanks for your love and nice comments on my post, it means a lot to me and I would like to know more about you and how long you have been a good fan of mine Okay then I will direct you to my gmail address platform where we talk more on my leisure hour. Best Regards.Text: [e-mail]

[@andydrew3320]

Lol Sean penn looks like he needs a serious nap. He always looks fried like Spicoli

[@Elayman1]

Really ?? He is mighty articulate for being only 30 percent there.

[@strawdawgs78]

At one point he turned to his co-star Natascha McElhone and said, "Hey, I know that chick." But they edited it out.

[@deirdrepinn]

makeup and his usual 8 ball( heroine and cocaine )

[@freedomofspeech2238]

Thumbed up for Sean Penn.

[@isokeno1365]

Sean is 100% right!

[@jfox11000]

Sean specifically said “not on camera” and they show the world that wow!

[@seanpenn8034]

We learned about gratitude and humility - that so many people had a hand in our success, from the teachers who inspired us to the janitors who kept our school clean... and we were taught to value everyone's contribution and treat everyone with respect.And I want to specially appreciate you for being a big fan. Thanks for your love and nice comments on my post, it means a lot to me and I would like to know more about you and how long you have been a good fan of mine Okay then I will direct you to my gmail address platform where we talk more on my leisure hour. Best Regards.Text: [e-mail]

[@worbianbrownia2038]

You can see the nerves on that guy but he still had the balls to speak his heart. Hardly anyone does that these days - including myself. Inspirational stuff and genuine courage.

[@wolfwind1]

Finally. Common sense. He's right. Of course the journalist couldn't handle it because he was expressing what is actually a thought, a thought process and a perspective not a rubber stamp or a sound bite for a mob. Too much for the interviewer. I'm sure everyone sees her recoil. She couldn't even explore (as a journalist would) his point or get his point and then became an example of his point.

[@nickellion3657]

You Have to love him for speaking his mind and "Daring" to inflict a sense of rationality and deeper understating that would and should lead to truth. He put it brilliantly and thought outloud when making an argument on such a tough subject.

[@richardbent4489]

Men need to start their own movement who were falsely accused #SheTriedIt

[@totoroutes5389]

Basic level leading interview questions. Prime time cable tv garbage. Actors have to participate in interviews promote the movies fulfill their contract agreements. Boring tv garbage

[@armandooliveira3712]

Poor skilset from the journalist...this went from promoting a series about going to mars to the meetoo movement...wtf?

[@3386-b8h]

"Some women would say it's uniting them." Thats because you're a woman!!!! You're proving Sean's point. He's talking about unrestrained and unjustified arguments, exactly what you just displayed for everyone to see when you said that.

[@fran991213]

Thank you Sean, you said what people are afraid to say

[@annabanabanana]

Yes! He was spot on 👏

[@verigute6171]

He's a true social justice warrior. His CORE Relief in Haiti has helped 800k people with housing and his work leads the entire country in covid relief. 🙏 Thank you Sean. You are the best. People need to wake up. He's done more for the planet than any actor ever.

[@jaliz2000]

The concern of sexual assault, harassment, abuse is a worldwide concern for women. It is reality. For too long victims who come forward are not believed, disparaged, attacked and their families are also attacked for telling the truth. Perpetrators want to continue to victimize others and do not want to receive consequences for these actions.

[@stephaniejade7056]

Incels want to make it all about them. They are women-haters whose minds are deeply twisted. See the works of "A CALL TO MEN" and the work of "JACKSON KATZ".

[@deepfocus91]

Shut up

[@laughingalien]

You need to also add that victims such as McGowan will take $100,000 from a perpetrator. You know, to help prevent what happened to her from happening to others. NOT!

[@mikerobertson8540]

Stephanie Jade is a disgusting, man hating pig. A call to men was an absolute farce, and the fact that you are telling people to "see these works" is hilariously misguided. You have some deep rooted issues with men, you may need to see a therapist instead of blaming men for your shortcomings.

[@rrreach08]

Totally agree with Sean on #metoo. Women, especially stupid media, become immediately defensive if anyone doesn't want to support this so called movement

[@deirdrepinn]

wonder what Harvey Weinstein is up to ! Fear it ...... Bill Cosby gets out in 1021 days

[@nightrider3067]

Agree with Penn

[@SAMB0307]

Totally agree with Sean Penn.

[@jaliz2000]

Metoo was created by Tirana Burke in 2007 before hashtags existed to reach sexual assault survivors in underprivileged neighborhoods. It allowed survivors to know that they are not alone and to help eachother heal.

[@jonathanfarley2023]

Or maybe it was created so she could pretend that some man found her attractive.

[@stephaniejade7056]

JonathanFarley: why should any woman care whether a man finds her attractive?? lol

[@jonathanfarley2023]

+Stephanie Jade Your comment is what I love about feminists. You claim to represent women, yet you insist that women don't like men, that women need men like fish need bicycles, that women all want to be CEOs and firemen, that women love having physical relations with 50 random men, that women don't want to get married, that women definitely don't want children...instead of admitting that *you* are an atypical woman.

[@stephaniejade7056]

Seepingbear:, NO, women are not straight males and do not behave the same or have the same intentions, motivations, or desires. NO WOMAN should care what ANYONE thinks of her looks, regardless of their gender. Jonathan Farley.... LOL nice accusations... what a prize you must be.

[@jonathanfarley2023]

+Stephanie Jade Correct---women are not men and do not have the same intentions, motivations, or desires. In particular, they are not interested in being CEOs and firemen and mixed martial arts fighters. They are interested in becoming stay-at-home mothers (84% of American working women are interested, according to a Forbes Magazine poll). You state that "NO WOMAN should care what ANYONE thinks of her looks," but we are not talking about how you think women should be, but how women are. The cosmetics and fashion industries take in billions of dollars. I'm not sure what "accusations" you're referring to. As for saying I am not a "prize," that type of feminist shaming has not worked in years.

[@melancholikak6844]

it's some 4% of people who lie about this. people who lie or are falsely accused do not belong or have any place in this movement. and, it's the media s fault it's become distorted and imbalanced, not really the public. this type of unsolicited behavior has been occurring forever, so it's time those affected had their time end space to shout about it....its called backlash, and should be expected when so much wrong has been silenced....well, forever. the time will come when the pendulum swings the other way a bit end strikes balance, but that is not today or tomorrow, and should not be. those falsely accused ...most of whom are protecting their ego as the research is there....should go make their own platform instead of bandwagonning on this one, because you divert the true issue and confuse this one...most abuse goes without any punishment, abused deserve their time and space. so Penn's whole argument is misplaced. wrongly accused individuals is not what metoo is about. he has also been known to be abusive, go figure.

[@DarkoFitCoach]

you cant backlash against innocent individuals. you must be also ok that blacks now backlash against innocent whites ey

[@aanandkumar3097]

Make No Mistake - If this "MeeToo" movement goes Out Of Control - it will Wreck MANkind.

[@denisemunoz7954]

Me too movement is 100% ridiculous!! I totally agree with Sean and yes, I am a woman!!

[@PerformanceAudioLV]

Most adults still read the # symbol as pound. And they named their woman's movement against sexual harassment #MeToo.

[@lizok7652]

I could careless if all Hollywood is taken out by accusers, let it be. They need to know they are replaceable.

[@laughingalien]

Replaced by who... Asia Argento ?

[@lizok7652]

@@laughingalien perhaps by you, or by people with real talent.😊

[@Jezabel-in-Hell]

Poor Sean Penn, slowing turning into a sun-dried tomato.