Borys Kit,

Borys Kit is a senior film writer who specializes in covering the geek and comic book worlds. He has tackled big picture stories by going inside the dealmaking on studio lots, examining out-of-control productions, and conducting post-mortems on movies that underperform at the box office. Kit has also created THR's award-winning blog, Heat Vision. Throughout his career, he has broken the latest scoops on movies including acquisitions to castings to reshoots (ahem, 'additional photography'). He is known for his in-depth analysis of the entertainment industry and his ability to go beyond just reporting the news.

Biography:  https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/author/borys-kit/

66%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • The article implies that DeMayo’s firing from the project was due to his identity as a gay Black man which is untrue. According to sources close to the situation, DeMayo’s firing had nothing to do with his sexual orientation or ethnicity.
  • The article states ‘X-Men 97 creator Beau DeMayo’. However, according to Marvel Studios, X-Men: The Animated Series was created by Larry Kudlowitz and Eric Leighton.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • The article states ‘X-Men 97 creator Beau DeMayo’. However, according to Marvel Studios, X-Men: The Animated Series was created by Larry Kudlowitz and Eric Leighton.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • De Mayo had completed writing duties on season two of X-Men 97 and was lining up press and making plans to attend the show’s Hollywood premiere on March 13. He was even discussing loose ideas for a third season with members of his team.

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • The article implies that DeMayo’s firing from the project was due to his identity as a gay Black man which is untrue. According to sources close to the situation, DeMayo’s firing had nothing to do with his sexual orientation or ethnicity.
  • The article states ‘X-Men 97 creator Beau DeMayo’. However, according to Marvel Studios, X-Men: The Animated Series was created by Larry Kudlowitz and Eric Leighton.

Recent Articles

Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Doctor Doom in Upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars

Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Doctor Doom in Upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars

Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 Robert Downey Jr. returns as Doctor Doom in two upcoming Avengers movies, Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, scheduled for release in 2026 and 2027 respectively. The Russo Brothers direct both films, with Downey reprising his iconic role that brought him international fame from Iron Man. Doctor Doom's introduction as the next major threat in the MCU follows Marvel Studios dropping Jonathan Majors from his role as Kang due to a conviction for domestic assault.
Russo Brothers in Talks to Direct Next Two Avengers Movies: Avengers 5 and Secret Wars

Russo Brothers in Talks to Direct Next Two Avengers Movies: Avengers 5 and Secret Wars

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 The Russo Brothers are in talks to direct the next two Avengers movies, reportedly titled Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars. Following their successful work on Infinity War and Endgame, discussions are ongoing for Joe and Anthony Russo to helm both films. These projects mark a significant move for Marvel as they bring back successful filmmakers to guide the future of the MCU.
Disney· Fires Writer-Producer Beau DeMayo from X-Men ’97 Amidst Season 2 Premiere and Third Season Discussions

Disney· Fires Writer-Producer Beau DeMayo from X-Men ’97 Amidst Season 2 Premiere and Third Season Discussions

Broke On: Wednesday, 13 March 2024 Disney fired Beau DeMayo, writer-producer for X-Men 97, on March 12. The show is a continuation of the beloved animated series and follows Magneto's control over Professor Charles Xavier's last will and testament after his death. DeMayo had completed writing duties on season two and was lining up press for its Hollywood premiere on March 13, discussing loose ideas for a third season with team members.