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Fans criticize Nicolas Cage's John Madden portrayal in new movie clip
A new clip from the upcoming John Madden movie starring Nicolas Cage prompted strong negative reactions from fans online.[2, 4] The New York Post reported that fans called the clip "astoundingly bad" and joked that Madden looked ready to steal the Declaration of Independence.[4] Fox News reported that NFL fans questioned whether Cage even tried Madden's iconic voice, with some calling the impression embarrassing.[2]
Covered by Fox News, New York Post and Breitbart
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How balanced is this coverage?
Of the 3 rated outlets that covered it, 0 are left of center, 0 are center and 3 are right of center (2 of them in the Right group).
- Left: none.
- Leans left: none.
- Center: none.
- Leans right: New York Post (+0.64).
- Right: Fox News (+1.52), Breitbart (+2.03).
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