The statues of Walter White and Jesse Pinkman, played by Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, from the series “Breaking Bad” were erected at the Albuquerque Convention Center in New Mexico on July 29, and the move did not impress state leaders. , and one of them said that he does not fully understand why these sculpted figures are shown to the public.
Revealing the statues, Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan said he understood that not everyone would like the statues, especially since the two fictional characters are drug dealers operating out of New Mexico – Wow, that’s what our city needs to”.
He added, “I look at two of the greatest actors America has ever produced, I look at them, really as tragic characters.”
New Mexico State Rep. Rod Montoya, on the subject, told Fox News, “I’m glad New Mexico has this business, but really? Are we on the way to literally glorifying meth manufacturers?” ?”
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keeler supports the two statues and highlights the fair’s positive economic impact on the city.
He said, “While the stories may be fictional… The jobs are real every day, the city is also personal… We see ourselves in many ways, good and bad.”
Source: Elfann