Whether you see the glass as half-full, half-empty, or just drink it straight, different people have their own ways of interpreting the world’s future. While some might think the world’s fate aligns with something like Barbie or Don’t Look Up, Bette Midler has her own unique take based on an old movie reference.
Midler, known for her outspoken views against Donald Trump, recently shared on social media an intriguing perspective on where things might be headed after the presidential election. Rather than pointing to modern political satire like Veep or the documentary-turned-comedy The Boys, she turned to Ridley Scott’s 1979 sci-fi classic, Alien.
In her post, Midler shared a meme summarizing Alien with the line: “Nobody listens to the smart woman, and then they all die except for the smart woman and her cat.” This appears to be a commentary on the current political climate, suggesting that if Trump is defeated by Kamala Harris, she could be the “smart woman” who should be listened to in order to avoid disaster. The comparison seems fitting considering the dark and intense nature of Ridley Scott’s film.
The meme’s mention of a cat adds an extra layer of humor and relevance. Recently, there’s been a strange focus on the niche but mighty demographic of cat lovers, with even JD Vance and the Trump campaign targeting them. It’s a funny twist that, in a dystopian scenario, those who can handle cats’ aloofness or defend the movie Cats might just have the resilience needed to survive.
Midler’s tweet gained even more attention when the Jamison Twins, famous for their psychic predictions, responded. They noted that they see parallels between their own experiences and the Alien storyline, although they humorously pointed out that they’re allergic to cats, unlike Ripley’s character.
While Midler’s comparison to Alien might seem far-fetched, it’s a provocative and entertaining way to highlight current political tensions. If we’re dreaming of a better future, maybe it should be more like Baby Mama, where Amy Poehler and Tina Fey are running the show.
