Matt Rife's Joke "Apology"
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Matt Rife's Netflix special, "Natural Selection," has faced significant backlash for its content, particularly the use of jokes about domestic violence against women. Despite criticism, Matt responded to the backlash with a dismissive attitude, further aggravating the situation.
Summary
Background:
matt rife is cancelled
Matt Rife gained popularity on TikTok, primarily among women, before launching his Netflix special, "Natural Selection."
His conventional attractiveness became a notable aspect of his comedic persona.
In an interview, Matt expressed that being physically attractive is a disadvantage for comedians.
Netflix Special Content:
Matt aimed to appeal more to men in his Netflix special, addressing misconceptions about his fanbase being predominantly female.
The special opens with jokes about domestic violence against women, followed by mocking their interests.
He faced criticism for using misogynistic content to supposedly appeal to a male audience.
Audience Reaction:
Fans, particularly women who played a significant role in Matt's online popularity, expressed disappointment and shock.
Social media reactions highlighted the inappropriateness of the jokes and the perceived betrayal of his female fanbase.
Matt's Response:
Matt remained defiant in the face of backlash and posted on Instagram, indicating he wasn't bothered by the criticism.
He provided a link to an "official apology," which led to a medical shop's page for "special needs helmets."
This response further fueled criticism, with accusations of misogyny and ableism.
Public and Reddit Reactions:
Public reactions on Reddit and other platforms criticized Matt for doubling down on his controversial content.
Some pointed out the outdated and inappropriate nature of his response, comparing it to the humor of an "edgy 14-year-old."
Ongoing Situation:
As of now, Matt has not responded to the latest wave of backlash.
BuzzFeed has reached out to his representative for comment.
This controversy highlights the tension between comedians' creative expression, audience expectations, and societal sensitivity, with Matt Rife's response exacerbating the negative reception of his Netflix special.1
0:00 Matt Rife - Cancelled?
2:00 The Controversy
2:55 Matt's audience
3:30 Matt's "Apology"
4:31 The backlash
5:00 Is this a good business move?
6:21 The Cost/Benefit of crowdwork clips
9:00 Why some people are shocked by Matt's jokes
10:58 Alienating his own audience
12:00 Fans projecting on to artists
13:05 New fans appear
14:19 Anthony Jeselnik on comics who try to get cancelled
15:34 Why "edgy" comics are sometimes just lame
17:11 Offense is inevitable
18:26 When "pushing the boundaries" becomes unfunny
20:08 Artists held captive by their own fans
22:15 Evolve or die
23:36 "I never liked him!"
25:00 No publicity is bad publicity
27:54 Bad timing?