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Lilly Wachowski Slams MAGA for Misusing 'Red Pill'

11/30/2025

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Lilly Wachowski, the co-director of The Matrix, criticized MAGA members for misusing the "red pill" concept for political purposes.
In a podcast, she said right-wing ideology often appropriates and distorts left-wing ideas for propaganda, aligning with fascist tactics.
She disapproves of these interpretations.
She acknowledged she cannot control how her work is perceived.
She added, "You have to let go of your work," noting that interpretations will vary.

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Lilly Wachowski, the co-director of The Matrix, criticized MAGA members for misusing the "red pill" concept for political purposes.
In a podcast, she said right-wing ideology often appropriates and distorts left-wing ideas for propaganda, aligning with fascist tactics.
She disapproves of these interpretations.
She acknowledged she cannot control how her work is perceived.
She added, "You have to let go of your work," noting that interpretations will vary.