LOS ANGELES – Dozens of die-hard moviegoers arrived at a special early screening of the upcoming film Bugonia prepared to have their heads shaved — if they weren’t already bald — just to gain entry.
The requirement stemmed from the storyline of the film, in which Emma Stone’s character, a powerful CEO, is kidnapped and forcibly shorn by conspiracy theorists who believe she is an alien. In a nod to that scene, the event featured a barber station in the theatre foyer ready to buzz attendees for free admission.
Enthusiastic fans like Sam Sherman and Matthew Lopez lined up ahead of time for the dual experience of a free haircut and a sneak-peek of the film. Some described it as a fun, immersive tie-in to the movie’s eccentric tone, while critics raised questions about inclusivity and the message behind the gimmick.
While the screening was limited in scope and required RSVP, it succeeded in stirring widespread attention and social-media buzz — proving that in Hollywood, the role of the audience can sometimes become part of the show.
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