A moviegoer at MJR Southgate Cinema in suburban Detroit was arrested for allegedly engaging in lewd behavior during a screening of the new Kristen Stewart film 'Love Lies Bleeding.' The Southgate Police Department confirmed that a patron was arrested after a Thursday night screening of the noir-ish thriller and is still in police custody as of Friday morning. No charges have been brought forth yet, and the individual has not been arraigned.
'Love Lies Bleeding' is a sexually charged film about a pair of lesbian lovers set in the world of bodybuilding. A manager at MJR Southgate also confirmed an ongoing investigation into the incident. A NSFW photo circulating on Twitter showed a man asleep in a reclining movie theater chair with his exposed penis. The tweet mentioned the man allegedly engaged in inappropriate behavior during the screening.
Items found near the individual included two small bottles of liquor, a pack of cigarettes, and his movie ticket. The police were seen investigating the theater following the incident. The movie, 'Love Lies Bleeding,' premiered at this year's Sundance Film Festival to positive reviews. Variety critic Owen Gleiberman praised the film for its bold and controlled direction, describing it as a midnight noir that pushes boundaries but ultimately delivers.
The situation at MJR Southgate Cinema has garnered attention due to the nature of the incident and the film being screened. The police are continuing their investigation, and further details may emerge as the case progresses.
