Rescued from Tax Shelter Hell, ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ is a Delightful Legal Thriller The film Coyote vs. Acme, a comedic legal drama featuring Will Forte as attorney Ken Avery and Wile E. Coyote as the plaintiff, has finally reached theaters after being shelved by Warner Bros. in 2023 for a tax write-off. The movie, directed by Dave Green, was saved from obscurity by distributor Ketchup Entertainment and the efforts of fans who campaigned tirelessly to prevent its cancellation. The film’s release marks a triumphant return for a project that had been buried under corporate greed and bureaucratic inertia. The shelving of Coyote vs. Acme was part of Warner Bros.’ controversial strategy to exploit tax deductions by delaying the release of several films, including Batgirl and Scoob!: Holiday Haunt. The decision to shelve the movie was met with widespread backlash from fans and critics, who argued that the film was a valuable addition to the Looney Tunes canon. After a “funeral screening” for the cast, including Will Forte and Lana Condor, the film was nearly lost to history. However, Ketchup Entertainment’s intervention and the public’s refusal to let the project die ensured its eventual release. The film’s plot centers on Wile E. Coyote, the iconic Looney Tunes character, who sues Acme Corporation for the repeated failures of its products. The story begins with a flashback to Peter Lorre’s character, a researcher for Acme who discovers a secret project called “Sisyphus” before being eliminated by the company’s goons. The narrative then shifts to present-day Albuquerque, where Wile E. Coyote, now 77 years old, continues his futile attempts to catch the Road Runner using Acme’s malfunctioning gadgets.#warner_bros #will_forte #albuquerque #wile_e_coyote #ketchup_entertainment
A Man in Albuquerque Faces Road-Rage Incident with Former UFC Champion Jon Jones A man in Albuquerque, New Mexico, reportedly encountered a road-rage incident involving former UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones. According to Bryan Beltran, a user on Instagram, the confrontation unfolded when Jones, driving a black truck, nearly struck Beltran multiple times. Beltran described the incident as a series of close calls, stating he had revved his car at Jones the first time, only for the truck to almost hit him again twice afterward. Frustrated, Beltran allegedly flipped off Jones, prompting the former champion to pull into a nearby parking lot and confront him. The incident occurred near Central Avenue close to Eubank Street, according to Beltran’s account. He detailed the sequence of events, noting that the encounter was not an isolated incident. The night prior, another driver in a truck had pulled out in front of him, adding to his frustration. Beltran remarked that such incidents were common in Albuquerque, suggesting that drivers in the city often exhibit similar behavior. He concluded his post with a warning to others to stay safe. Jones, 38, has a well-documented history of legal troubles, which this incident appears to have narrowly avoided. While no formal charges were mentioned in the social media post, the confrontation highlights ongoing concerns about his behavior. The incident also raises questions about his current status in the public eye, as he remains retired from the UFC. Despite his retirement, Jones had previously expressed interest in participating in the UFC Freedom 250 card, an event scheduled at the White House on June 14. According to reports, Jones was in negotiations with the UFC to appear on the card, but UFC president Dana White stated that Jones was never considered for the event.#jon_jones #dana_white #bryan_beltran #albuquerque #ufc_freedom_250
