From the initial trailer release, The Hunt was surrounded by controversy, complete with false rumors that the original title was Red State vs Blue State. Despite that not being the official title, many believe it directly criticized by President Donald Trump on Twitter, which may have led to its eventual shelving. Even though the future of The Hunt is questionable, Blumhouse president Jason Blum is optimistic the film will eventually see the light of day.
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