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Obviously, Hollywood is interested in that viral lesbian bar masking story
A.V. Club • • nation
Key Points:
- A struggling bar in Western Massachusetts made Saturday nights mask-optional to attract new customers, sparking swift backlash from some patrons and community members who accused the bar of being ableist and eugenicist.
- The controversy led to significant internal changes, with only one of the three original bar owners remaining, while another abandoned the business to pursue clown school.
- The story has generated substantial media attention, boosting subscriptions for the Globe by thousands, despite uncertainty about the bar's future.
- There is speculation that a Netflix documentary about the bar's saga may be produced within the next year, highlighting the broader cultural impact of the controversy.
