“Green Book” took home the top prize at the 91st Academy Awards Sunday night despite controversy over the film and the conduct of its creators.
its review of the film.
Not to mention, Mortensen used the N-word during a post-screen discussion in November when trying to compare the time period in which the film was set and modern day. He later apologized for the remark.
“Green Book” was directed by Farrelly (“Dumb and Dumber To”) and earned $144 million at the worldwide box office, Comscore told CNBC on Sunday.
Prior to the Oscar win, “Green Book” took home awards for best picture (musical or comedy) at the Golden Globes and a People’s Choice award at the Toronto film festival.
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— Disclosure: “Green Book” was distributed by NBC Universal, the parent company of CNBC.
Source:CNBC
