Disney made a final decision
about James Gunn last
week, they won't rehire him, but all I could think about was how Dave Bautista, who plays Drax in the “Guardians of the Galaxy” franchise, would react to
the news. Bautista has been very vocal in his discontent with how Disney
treated the beleaguered writer-director of 'Guardians,' even going as far as
saying that the director was set-up by 'cyber-Nazis' and that, if Gunn's screenplay
wasn't used, he might quit his contract.
The
Donald Trump connection stems from Bautista adamantly insisting that Gunn was
set-up by conservatives, the aforementioned 'cybernazis', looking to oust the
outspoken anti-Trump director. Conservative pundit Mike Cernovich was
front and center in the Gunn controversy, unearthing some decade-old
offensive tweets which made jokes about pedophilia and rape.
Of
course, Disney has a lot to lose if they wish to let go of Bautista's contract,
that decision would further isolate fans of the series who are still reeling
over Gunn's departure. Bautista being the next to go would be a major blow for
the Mouse House. However, Bautista consistently taunting his bosses on Twitter
is a risk that the actor seems to be thinking is worth taking. I'm sure
Bautista isn't in their good graces at the moment, especially since his other
'Guardians' co-stars have a been a little more reserved in their criticisms.
Alas, I'm looking forward to his next tweet.
Thanks @Disney !! Making America great again! 🇺🇸 https://t.co/t6A4030xkS— Dave Bautista (@DaveBautista) August 17, 2018