The Deliverance Director Lee Daniels Reacts To ‘Outrage’ Over Shocking Glenn Close Scene

Recently, Lee Daniels addressed the internet chatter regarding Glenn Close’s scene at the end of The Deliverance.

The Deliverance is based on a true story based on the haunting and demonic activity of LaToya Ammons and her three children’s family home in Indiana.

The amazing star quality cast included Glenn Close, Mo’Nique, Andra Day, and Demi Singleton. Close’s character is very different from what she is seen, Daniel’s praises her saying, “Y’all are not ready for Glenn in this.”


Viewer shared their opinion, one saying, ” Lee Daniel’s you will pay for your crimes for having Glenn Close say this. Daniels responds, “Had to do it.”

After watching the movie, Daniels said, “Every Black person knows an Alberta. She’s part of the fabric of our community, but we’ve never seen her on screen before.” He continued, “Thank you, Glenn, for bringing her magnificently to life.”

The Deliverance is currently streaming on Netflix.