Sydney Sweeney Addresses Criticism of Sexual Objectification in The Rolling Stones’ ‘Angry’ Music Video

In a move that melded classic rock with modern television allure, The Rolling Stones unveiled a music video for their song ‘Angry,’ featuring the acting talent of Sydney Sweeney. This video, which marked the announcement of their new album Hackney Diamonds, showcases a mix of current and vintage scenes. The past is represented through displays of the band's archived performance footage on billboards, while the presence is brought alive with Sydney Sweeney adorned in chaps and a corset, dancing atop a convertible cruising down Sunset Boulevard.

Addressing Objectification Claims

The choice of Sweeney's attire and the video's portrayal sparked discussions on sexual objectification, prompting comments from various public figures, including musician Damon Albarn. Sweeney recently offered her perspective in an interview with Glamour. She expressed a sense of empowerment and confidence in her involvement, stating, 'I felt hot. I picked my own outfit out of racks and racks of clothes. I felt so good in it.'

Sweeney's Empowered Stand

When confronted with questions about her perceived role as a feminist and the implications of being featured in such a manner, Sweeney responded assertively, underscoring her own agency and the fulfillment she finds in embracing her body. 'That's sexy and strong, and I don’t think there’s anything wrong with it. I’m in a Rolling Stones video. How cool and iconic is that?' she reflected. The actress also highlighted the spontaneous nature of her performance and the unique experiences her career offers.

Critical Voices Emerge

Adding to the discourse, Damon Albarn of Blur and Gorillaz fame openly criticized the video as 'horrible,' pointing out the disjoint between the depictions of The Stones and the objectified image of Sweeney. Despite such critiques, the video remains available for viewers to form their own opinions.

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