This Morning Edition story was about films where horror and comedy overlap. From my POV A's tone reflected a lack of deeper consideration of the bigger 'picture' of children's characters being repurposed for abetting violence. What surprised me most was the tone of voice - glee, enthusiasm, fanciful anticipation, perhaps, of being in the audience. I assume the Winnie the Pooh franchise is out from under copyright protection and free to be monetized in this disgusting way.

Upon hearing it the first time my heart sank at the usage of a sweet children's literature figure in such a sickening way.

15: I just listened, for the 2nd time, to today's interview A Martinez did with Jordan Crucchiola re: films combining comedy and horror. You can share your questions and concerns with us through the NPR Contact page. Letters are edited for length and clarity. Here are a few quotes from the Public Editor's inbox that resonated with us. We also spotlight an interesting Planet Money story on a study about fake online reviews and who is good at spotting them (hint: not very many people). Today we respond to a listener who was offended by this new take on the residents of the Hundred Acre Wood and surprised at an NPR host's tone when discussing it, during a story about the intersection of comedy and horror.

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