The world might be on edge with the fear of coronavirus, but that doesn’t mean we can’t all come together over our dislike of “Cats.” Thankfully, we have the Razzies to remind us that Tom Hooper’s digital abomination is still something we can laugh at, as we’re all freaked out over a global pandemic.
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According to Deadline, due to the forced cancellation of the Golden Raspberry Awards ceremony (the Razzies), the organization released its list of winners, and “Cats” led the way with a total of six “wins.” As you probably know, the Razzies are the anti-Oscars, given to the worst of the worst films each and every year.
For 2019, it seems as if “Cats” holds the distinction of not only being the Worst Film of the Year, but also Worst Supporting Actor (James Corden), Worst Supporting Actress (Rebel Wilson), Worst On-Screen Combo, Worst Screenplay, and Worst Director for Tom Hooper.
Of course, “Cats” couldn’t take home all of the awards. “Rambo: Last Blood” took home the trophies for Worst Reckless Disregard for Human Life and Public Property and Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-off or Sequel. John Travolta won the award for Worst Actor for two films, “The Fanatic” and “Trading Paint.” Hillary Duff won Worst Actress for “The Haunting of Sharon Tate.” And with the only “good” award of the night, Eddie Murphy won The Razzie Redeemer Award for his work in “Dolemite is My Name.”
Now, if Universal is smart, the company will do what the general public is hoping for and release “Cats” on VOD early for people to experience in their own homes during this time of social distancing and self-isolation. Come on, Universal! Give the fans what they want!