Only Murders Creator Disagrees With Star's Gaza Stance
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Erin Foster, creator of "Only Murders in the Building," stated she disagrees with star Adam Brody's comments calling the situation in Gaza a genocide and advocating for a free Palestine. Foster assured Jewish fans the show remains a "love letter to Judaism" and reflects her positive experiences with the faith. Brody, who is Jewish, made his remarks last month, drawing criticism from Rabbi Steve Leder. The series, inspired by Foster's conversion to Judaism, features Kristen Bell and Brody.
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- Creator Erin Foster disagrees with star Adam Brody's comments on Gaza.
- Foster assured Jewish fans the show is a "love letter to Judaism."
- Adam Brody called the situation in Gaza a genocide.
- Rabbi Steve Leder called Brody an "ignorant Jew" for his remarks.
- The show "Only Murders in the Building" is inspired by Foster's conversion to Judaism.
Erin Foster, the creator of the hit series "Only Murders in the Building," has publicly stated her disagreement with her show's star, Adam Brody, regarding his recent comments about the conflict in Gaza. Brody, who is Jewish, had stated that he believes a genocide is occurring in Gaza and called for a free Palestine. Foster, in a podcast appearance, clarified her position, emphasizing that while she loves Brody, they hold differing views on the matter.
Foster specifically addressed the show's Jewish fans, assuring them that she sees and hears them. She reiterated that the series has always been and will continue to be a "love letter to Judaism," stemming from her own positive experiences converting to Judaism and her desire to create positive Jewish representation in media. She acknowledged that everyone is entitled to their own opinions but stressed the importance of understanding her intentions behind creating the show.
Brody's earlier remarks, made last month, expressed his belief that the situation in Gaza constitutes genocide and his hope for a free Palestine. He described the ongoing conflict as a breaking point that should have occurred much sooner, hoping for a different administration to rectify the policies contributing to the dire situation.
Following Brody's comments, Rabbi Steve Leder, who served as a consultant for the show's first season, reportedly called Brody an "ignorant Jew," deeming his statements "shocking."
"Only Murders in the Building," a romantic comedy nominated for six Golden Globe Awards, draws inspiration from Foster's relationship with her Jewish husband, music producer Simon Tikhman, and her decision to convert to Judaism. The series follows atheist podcaster Joan Williams (Kristen Bell) as she begins an unexpected romance with Rabbi Noah Roklov (Brody), testing both their families and Joan's consideration of converting to Judaism for love. The third season's soundtrack features Israeli musician Noga Erez alongside international artists.
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