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The chaos at screenings of A Minecraft Movie stems from a viral TikTok trend tied to the film’s “chicken jockey” scene, where audiences engage in disruptive behavior like throwing popcorn, screaming, and even bringing live chickens into theaters. The scene—a nod to the game’s rare “chicken jockey” mob—has become a meme, sparking copycat reactions nationwide.
– TikTok videos of rowdy screenings have gone viral, encouraging teens and kids to replicate the chaos for online clout. Clips show audiences standing on seats, tossing food, and shouting during the movie.
– Jared Hess, the film’s director, has shrugged off concerns, calling the chaos “way too funny” and a sign of fans “making memories.” He dismissed popcorn-throwing as harmless, despite theaters reporting messes and safety complaints.
– Some cinemas have banned unsupervised minors, issued pre-show warnings, and even called police to remove disruptive viewers. In Seaford, New York, officers intervened after a screening descended into chaos.
The film’s unexpected box office success ($380 million globally in six days) has amplified its cultural footprint, but the disruptions highlight tensions between viral trends and public秩序. Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro, meanwhile, faced mockery for critiquing the film amid his own failed screenwriting past, though this appears unrelated to the theater chaos.
While Hess celebrates the “passion” of fans, theater staff and some moviegoers argue the behavior crosses the line from fun to outright vandalism. The trend underscores how internet culture can spill into real-world spaces—with mixed consequences.
