Archive · 24 Aug 2025
Halsey and Rife Criticize Boycott of 'Americana'
The movie 'Americana' didn't do well in theaters, and a lot of people think it's because of a controversy about the lead actress, Sydney Sweeney.
She was in an ad for American Eagle jeans that some people didn't like.
Halsey, who is also in the movie, spoke out against people boycotting it because of the controversy.
She believes the director, Tony Tost, made a good film and that people should see it.
The film made about $500,000 in its opening weekend.
Halsey and Matt Rife criticized fans for boycotting 'Americana'.
The film's poor performance is attributed to the controversy surrounding Sydney Sweeney.
Sydney Sweeney faced backlash for an American Eagle jeans campaign.
Halsey defended director Tony Tost's work on 'Americana'.
The film opened with approximately $500,000 across 1,100 theaters.
- Who
- Halsey, Matt Rife, Sydney Sweeney, Tony Tost.
- What
- Halsey and Matt Rife criticized fans for boycotting 'Americana' due to controversy.
- When
- Following the film's opening weekend.
- Where
- In theaters across the US.
- Why
- Due to the controversy surrounding Sydney Sweeney's ad campaign.
Critics
Supporters
Film Reception
Critics
Some fans boycotted the film due to controversy.
Supporters
Halsey defended the film against the backlash.
- Movie Title
- Americana
- Director
- Tony Tost
- Starring
- Sydney Sweeney
- Opening Weekend
- $500,000
- Theaters
- 1,100+
- Halsey's Stance
- Defended the film
Sources
Sydney Sweeney’s Americana director responds to ‘flop’ claims amid American Eagle ad controversy: ‘Got gobbled up by the Zeitgeist’
Halsey Defends ‘Americana’s “Hardworking” Crew Amid Sydney Sweeney Controversy