“Hollywood Backlash: Tyson Slams Hulu for Uncompensated Biopic, Sparks Controversy”
In a thrilling turn of events, boxing legend Mike Tyson has once again graced the silver screen, this time donning the formidable avatar of a police officer in the upcoming movie ‘Asphalt City.’ The trailer, released recently, showcases Tyson’s commanding presence alongside stars like Sean Penn and Tye Sheridan, promising viewers a gripping cinematic experience like never before.
‘Asphalt City’ delves into the gritty reality of New York City’s nightlife, following the journey of young paramedic Ollie Cross, portrayed by Tye Sheridan, as he navigates through the chaos of emergency calls alongside seasoned police officers. In a scene-stealing cameo, Tyson’s authoritative portrayal as a no-nonsense police officer adds an extra layer of intensity to the film’s narrative.
In the trailer, Tyson’s character wastes no time in establishing his dominance, seen dragging Tye Sheridan’s character to the police station with a stern declaration, “Just got him from Colorado. I’m putting him in the rut.” This brief glimpse of Tyson’s role hints at an extended cameo, leaving fans eagerly anticipating his on-screen presence.
In the trailer, the fans could witness Tyson dragging Tye Sheridan’s character to a police station and declaring, “Just got him from Colorado. I’m putting him in the rut.” The trailer follows another shot of Tyson towards the end but with more animated emotion. His presence in the trailer suggests that fans can expect an extended cameo this time.
Tyson wrote, “‘Check me out in Asphalt City. There’s a fine line between life and death. Watch the official trailer for ‘Asphalt City,’ exclusively in theaters March 29.”
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While Tyson’s return to the silver screen has been met with excitement and anticipation, it also comes amidst controversy surrounding a Hulu biopic about his life. In a recent social media post, Tyson blasted Hulu executives, accusing them of profiting from his life story without compensating him. The boxing icon labeled the streaming company a “slave master” and urged fans to boycott the project.
“Hulu is the streaming version of the slave master. They stole my story and didn’t pay me,”
Despite the turmoil surrounding the Hulu biopic, Tyson’s cinematic comeback in ‘Asphalt City’ has reignited enthusiasm among fans, who eagerly await the film’s release on March 29. With his unparalleled charisma and commanding presence, Tyson’s portrayal as a police officer promises to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact on the silver screen once again.
