Supportive Individual Declares: "The Woke Movement carries its own merit"
Michael Bully Herbig, the director of the newly released comedy sequel "Das Kanu des Manitu," has spoken out about the increased awareness of injustices, offensive, or racist representations, viewings this as a positive development. In an interview with the German Press Agency, Herbig called for calmer debates in Germany, expressing his disapproval of bashing everything found offensive and labelling it as 'woke.'
Herbig, who also directed the original Western parody "Der Schuh des Manitu," one of the most successful German cinema films, emphasized a balance between reflecting the current cultural climate (the zeitgeist) in filmmaking and maintaining his own humor compass without excessive self-censorship. He stated that his creative team "banged everything on the table," openly addressing and considering various perspectives without imposing strict limitations on their humor.
The director acknowledged that the zeitgeist evolves over time and that humor styles change, but he continued writing without being overly careful or censorious. This approach suggests a desire to balance awareness of changing cultural norms with preserving freedom in comedy.
In addition, Herbig believes that people need to listen more in debates and that they should watch "Das Kanu des Manitu" together instead of bashing it without giving it a chance. He stated that there are almost only rigid views now, and people should focus on making a great film first before judging it.
The film "Das Kanu des Manitu," a continuation of the popular Western parody, was recently released in cinemas, with its official release date set for August 14. Herbig advocates for calmness on both sides in debates, encouraging a frank and open approach to the creative process, rather than conforming rigidly to 'woke' standards or limiting comedic expression.
Despite the controversy surrounding the film, Herbig maintains that the Woke movement is a good thing, but it can tip over to the other side if taken too far. This stance demonstrates his view for a calm and honest discussion about societal changes in humor and inclusivity in filmmaking, without sacrificing the comedic essence that made his earlier work successful.
Michael Bully Herbig, the director of the newly released comedy sequel "Das Kanu des Manitu," advocates for a more balanced approach in discussions, especially regarding humor and inclusivity in entertainment, such as social media, movies-and-tv, and entertainment. He encourages being aware of the changing cultural norms, but believes people should maintain their own humor compass, without being overly cautious or heavily influenced by the 'woke' movement.
