In a bizarre incident, the former UFC lightweight and featherweight champion Conor McGregor jumped on a fan dressed as a mascot during a press conference. The incident took place in Moscow, Russia, where McGregor was promoting his whiskey brand. The fan was representing Russian gas company Gazprom, and McGregor pounced on him as a prank. The video of the incident went viral on social media, with fans and critics alike sharing their opinions. Many condemned McGregor's behavior, labeling it as disrespectful and inappropriate. Some even questioned the motive behind the incident, suggesting that McGregor was seeking attention or trying to generate controversy to stay relevant in the media.
The original shorts repurposed for this special include Transylvania 6-5000 (1963), Broom-Stick Bunny (1956), Scaredy Cat (1948), Claws For Alarm (1954), and A-Haunting We Will Go (1966) (all of which have been previously released in their entirety, with opening titles and closing credits, on various Looney Tunes DVD collections.)
It s 1978 s Bugs Bunny s Howl-oWeen Special, in which some of my favorite spooky-themed Looney Tunes and Merrie Melody shorts among them Bugs Bunny s encounters with a vampire and a cauldron-stirring witch, Porky Pig and Sylvester s spooky stay in a mice-infested hotel, and Tweety Bird s transformation into a monster via a mad scientist s potion , are chopped up, strung together, and wrapped around with some new animation to make it all appear to be happening across one Halloween night. It s 1978 s Bugs Bunny s Howl-oWeen Special, in which some of my favorite spooky-themed Looney Tunes and Merrie Melody shorts among them Bugs Bunny s encounters with a vampire and a cauldron-stirring witch, Porky Pig and Sylvester s spooky stay in a mice-infested hotel, and Tweety Bird s transformation into a monster via a mad scientist s potion , are chopped up, strung together, and wrapped around with some new animation to make it all appear to be happening across one Halloween night.
Some even questioned the motive behind the incident, suggesting that McGregor was seeking attention or trying to generate controversy to stay relevant in the media. However, others defended McGregor, stating that it was all in good fun and that people were overreacting to a harmless prank. They argued that McGregor has always been known for his antics and charisma, and this incident was just another example of his larger-than-life personality.
Bugs bunny ghostly witch
I've blogged previously about how holiday specials were kind of a big deal back in the days before recordable media was cheap and available. With Halloween sneaking up on us, we have a new Halloween special to enjoy this year. and by new, I mean old.
It's 1978's Bugs Bunny's Howl-oWeen Special, in which some of my favorite spooky-themed Looney Tunes and Merrie Melody shorts (among them Bugs Bunny's encounters with a vampire and a cauldron-stirring witch, Porky Pig and Sylvester's spooky stay in a mice-infested hotel, and Tweety Bird's transformation into a monster via a mad scientist's potion), are chopped up, strung together, and wrapped around with some new animation to make it all appear to be happening across one Halloween night.
The original shorts repurposed for this special include Transylvania 6-5000 (1963), Broom-Stick Bunny (1956), Scaredy Cat (1948), Claws For Alarm (1954), and A-Haunting We Will Go (1966) (all of which have been previously released in their entirety, with opening titles and closing credits, on various Looney Tunes DVD collections.)
For some reason this release is kind of scarce to find on store shelves (I did find a copy at Toys-R-Us, and maybe it will become more readily available as we get closer to Halloween.)
Posted by Brother Bill at 10:11 AM Labels: 70s, animation, DVD, Halloween, haunted house, TV, witch3 comments:
Wings1295 said.Just great. The originals are always fun to watch, even if the wrap-around stuff doesn't match up or have the same quality.
Chris 'Frog Queen' Davis said.Oh those are so much fun and bring back great memories. likely part of the reason I do what I do. Thanks for sharing.
AllHallowSteve said.This special is good to have on when doing Halloween crafts or the like.
I appreciate that it's a Halloween special, I just sometimes wish they'd let some of the segments play a bit more than they do sometimes.
It's 1978's Bugs Bunny's Howl-oWeen Special, in which some of my favorite spooky-themed Looney Tunes and Merrie Melody shorts (among them Bugs Bunny's encounters with a vampire and a cauldron-stirring witch, Porky Pig and Sylvester's spooky stay in a mice-infested hotel, and Tweety Bird's transformation into a monster via a mad scientist's potion), are chopped up, strung together, and wrapped around with some new animation to make it all appear to be happening across one Halloween night.
Regardless of the divided opinions, this incident once again brought McGregor back into the spotlight, causing headlines and debates among fans and pundits. It also served as a reminder of McGregor's polarizing nature and his ability to attract attention both inside and outside the octagon. It is important to note that this was not the first time McGregor has been involved in controversial incidents. In 2018, he attacked a bus carrying UFC fighters, injuring several people and leading to legal consequences. These incidents have fueled the criticism and skepticism surrounding McGregor's persona and actions. In conclusion, McGregor's pouncing on a mascot during a press conference in Moscow has drawn both criticism and support from fans and observers. While some view it as disrespectful and attention-seeking behavior, others see it as harmless fun and a characteristic display of McGregor's personality. Regardless, it has once again put McGregor in the spotlight and generated discussions about his actions and public image..
Reviews for "McGregor's clash with mascot sparks outrage among animal rights activists"
- Jane - 1/5 stars - I found "Mcgregor pounces on mascot" to be incredibly disappointing and distasteful. It is deeply concerning that such behavior is being glorified and promoted. It sets a terrible example for young fans who look up to McGregor. This kind of behavior should not be encouraged or celebrated in any way.
- Mark - 2/5 stars - As a long-time fan of McGregor, I was really disappointed with his actions in "Mcgregor pounces on mascot". It felt like he was just trying to create unnecessary drama and generate attention for himself. It didn't showcase his skills or what he's truly capable of in the ring. Overall, it was a letdown and didn't do justice to his talent as a fighter.
- Emily - 1/5 stars - I was disgusted by the scene in "Mcgregor pounces on mascot" where McGregor attacked the mascot. It was completely unnecessary and showed a complete lack of respect. This kind of behavior should not be glorified or rewarded. It's disappointing that McGregor would choose to display such a negative and aggressive side of himself.
- John - 2/5 stars - "Mcgregor pounces on mascot" was a disappointment for me. McGregor's actions were unnecessary and reflected poorly on him as a professional athlete. It felt like a cheap attempt at generating hype, and it didn't do justice to his skills as a fighter. I would have preferred to see him showcase his abilities rather than engage in such antics.