Spider-Man popcorn bucket design sparks debate over publicity stunt

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe fourth instalment of the Tom Holland-led Spider-Man series, titled Spider-Man: Brand New Day, is scheduled for release in cinemas on 31 July, featuring Holland as Peter Parker/Spider-Man and Zendaya as MJ. The new film's plot centres on Peter Parker's full-time commitment to protecting New York City as Spider-Man, which leads to a dangerous physical transformation that jeopardises his existence. Cinemark has launched a promotional Spider-Man: Brand New Day-themed popcorn bucket, designed with a Spider-Man arm holding a white cone-like bowl and a straw, enabling fans to consume snacks and drinks simultaneously. The popcorn bucket's design, intended to represent webs, has garnered significant online attention and sparked numerous 'NSFW' comparisons due to its suggestive appearance, prompting speculation that it was a deliberate publicity tactic. Tom Holland recently confirmed his marriage to co-star Zendaya, following earlier rumours, and also suggested Owen Cooper as a potential candidate to succeed him in the Spider-Man role. In fullNew Spider-Man popcorn buckets raise eyebrows: ‘Someone approved that?’Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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