Bong Joon Ho's Mime Work Won Late Night This Week
Briefly

Late February marks a lull in late-night television as Oscar voting closes, leading to a quiet period for nominees seeking visibility. Notable appearances include Guy Fieri and Chelsea Handler. Elon Musk's potential visit to The Daily Show raises concerns about platforming controversial figures, echoing past events like Jimmy Kimmel's basketball game with Ted Cruz, which did not yield valuable engagement. A heartwarming interview between Oscars host Conan O'Brien and Jimmy Kimmel highlights their chemistry and nostalgic showbiz camaraderie, while Jon Stewart's passionate critique of Musk's DOGE program punctuates the week in late-night comedy.
When all engagement is good engagement, and hate clicks count the same, there's no justification for providing a platform to controversial figures like Elon Musk.
Conan O'Brien's humor shines in his recent interview with Jimmy Kimmel, showcasing a playful dynamic reminiscent of classic showbiz camaraderie.
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