Matt Doran's controversial interview leaves viewers horrified
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This week saw the widely-anticipated release of a new Netflix thriller, May December, starring Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore.
The release of the film has also brought a controversial interview conducted by Channel Seven's Matt Doran back into the spotlight, leaving viewers worldwide in shock.
The film, featuring Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore, is loosely based on the real-life story of Mary Kay Letourneau, a teacher who served six years in prison for the second-degree rape of her 12-year-old student, Vili Fualaau.
Mary Kay Letourneau's story is one that has been etched into the annals of American crime history.
She was a 34-year-old teacher when she began a sexual relationship with her 12-year-old student, Vili Fualaau.
Despite the controversy and legal repercussions, the couple eventually married and remained together until their separation in 2019.
Letourneau passed away at the age of 58 from colorectal cancer in 2020.
The film May December was announced in June 2021, and premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival.
It was released to the general public on November 17, 2023 and began streaming on Netflix on December 1, 2023. It will be released on Netflix in Australia on February 1, 2024.
In 2018, Matt Doran interviewed Mary and Vili for Sunday Night, a segment that appears to have inspired a scene in the movie.
During the interview, Mary attempted to justify her relationship with Vili, leading to a tense exchange that left viewers and Doran himself horrified.
'Who was the boss? Who was the boss? Who was the boss back then? Who was the boss back then? Who was? Just say,' Mary demanded of Doran.
Vili responded, 'This is ridiculous... this is getting weird,' to which Doran agreed, saying 'This is ridiculous.'
Vili eventually admitted, 'Well, I was the pursuer.'
May December follows actress Elizabeth Berry (Natalie Portman) who travels to Georgia to meet and study the life of sex offender-turned-baker Gracie Atherton-Yoo (Julianne Moore) to portray her more authentically in an indie film.
The character of Gracie is infamous for her 23-year-old relationship with her husband Joe (Charles Melton), whom she first met as a minor.
The film has received praise from viewers, particularly for Charles Melton's performance.
'It's the next morning after seeing May December (2023) and I can't get Charles Melton's performance out of my head. He's just so good and the film itself is a masterpiece,' one wrote on social media.
While another added: 'They don't make movies like May December anymore!'
'What Charles Melton does in May December is so special, he has to walk such a fine line between child and adult,' a third wrote.
'I've never been so excited to see where someone's career goes. he's not just a star in the making, but a really special kind of actor,' a fourth said.
Charles recently received the Gotham Award for Outstanding Supporting Performance for May December.
In conclusion, May December is more than just a film. It's a conversation starter, a societal mirror, and a stark reminder of a controversial real-life story.
As for Matt Doran's interview, it continues to serve as a chilling testament to the complexities and controversies surrounding the real-life story that inspired the film.
Members, what are your thoughts on this story? Let us know in the comments below.
This week saw the widely-anticipated release of a new Netflix thriller, May December, starring Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore.
The release of the film has also brought a controversial interview conducted by Channel Seven's Matt Doran back into the spotlight, leaving viewers worldwide in shock.
The film, featuring Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore, is loosely based on the real-life story of Mary Kay Letourneau, a teacher who served six years in prison for the second-degree rape of her 12-year-old student, Vili Fualaau.
Mary Kay Letourneau's story is one that has been etched into the annals of American crime history.
Matt Doran’s controversial interview with Mary Kay Letourneau and Vili Fualaau has resurfaced. Image source: 7News.
She was a 34-year-old teacher when she began a sexual relationship with her 12-year-old student, Vili Fualaau.
Despite the controversy and legal repercussions, the couple eventually married and remained together until their separation in 2019.
Letourneau passed away at the age of 58 from colorectal cancer in 2020.
The film May December was announced in June 2021, and premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival.
It was released to the general public on November 17, 2023 and began streaming on Netflix on December 1, 2023. It will be released on Netflix in Australia on February 1, 2024.
In 2018, Matt Doran interviewed Mary and Vili for Sunday Night, a segment that appears to have inspired a scene in the movie.
During the interview, Mary attempted to justify her relationship with Vili, leading to a tense exchange that left viewers and Doran himself horrified.
Mary Kay Letourneau and Vili Fualaau sat down for an interview with Channel Seven’s Matt Doran. Image source: 7News.
'Who was the boss? Who was the boss? Who was the boss back then? Who was the boss back then? Who was? Just say,' Mary demanded of Doran.
Vili responded, 'This is ridiculous... this is getting weird,' to which Doran agreed, saying 'This is ridiculous.'
Vili eventually admitted, 'Well, I was the pursuer.'
May December follows actress Elizabeth Berry (Natalie Portman) who travels to Georgia to meet and study the life of sex offender-turned-baker Gracie Atherton-Yoo (Julianne Moore) to portray her more authentically in an indie film.
The character of Gracie is infamous for her 23-year-old relationship with her husband Joe (Charles Melton), whom she first met as a minor.
The film has received praise from viewers, particularly for Charles Melton's performance.
'It's the next morning after seeing May December (2023) and I can't get Charles Melton's performance out of my head. He's just so good and the film itself is a masterpiece,' one wrote on social media.
While another added: 'They don't make movies like May December anymore!'
'What Charles Melton does in May December is so special, he has to walk such a fine line between child and adult,' a third wrote.
'I've never been so excited to see where someone's career goes. he's not just a star in the making, but a really special kind of actor,' a fourth said.
Charles recently received the Gotham Award for Outstanding Supporting Performance for May December.
As for Matt Doran's interview, it continues to serve as a chilling testament to the complexities and controversies surrounding the real-life story that inspired the film.
Members, what are your thoughts on this story? Let us know in the comments below.
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