By Jack Dunn
According To The variety Ben Stiller is calling on comedians to keep pushing boundaries.
During a recent interview with Radio Times, the “Severance” director said that comedy is facing unprecedented challenges in the current political climate. However, he urged those working in the genre to not back down in the face of external pressure.
“We live in a world where taking chances with comedy is more challenging,” Stiller said. “You’re seeing that front and center in our country. But I think it’s important that comedians keep doing what they’re doing, speaking truth to power and being free to say what they want. That’s the most important thing.”
Freedom of speech in comedy has been front of mind in Hollywood ever since Jimmy Kimmel was temporarily pulled off the air by ABC after the late-night host made on air comments about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. ABC suspended “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on Sept. 17, and the network returned the show to air on Sept. 22.
