The cinematic adaptation of Minecraft enjoyed a strong opening weekend at the box office, yet its theatrical run has generated unexpected headlines beyond ticket sales. Reports from various cinemas, highlighted by social media trends, point to disruptive audience reactions, particularly involving a scene featuring the iconic “chicken jockey“—a baby zombie riding a chicken, a rare sight familiar to players of the Minecraft game.
This specific moment, where actor Jack Black exclaims the phrase, has triggered loud reactions, including shouting and even popcorn throwing, in numerous screenings. Several clips circulating online show young audience members becoming particularly boisterous, with some incidents reportedly requiring intervention from theater staff or security.
Live Chicken Incident Adds to Theater Chaos
The unusual audience behavior surrounding the Minecraft film escalated further beyond the opening weekend buzz. A recent video, apparently originating on TikTok, captured a particularly bizarre event: an actual, live chicken being brought into a theater during a showing. The video’s caption confirmed the outcome: “It’s safe to say we got kicked out.”
While the enthusiasm for the film reflects Minecraft’s massive cultural impact, these incidents highlight a challenging intersection of digital fandom and real-world conduct. Bringing live animals into public venues like cinemas is inappropriate and raises concerns about animal welfare and respect for shared spaces and service employees. We urge moviegoers to enjoy the film responsibly and treat both animals and theater staff with kindness.
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