Christopher Nolan Contemplates Returning to Peloton after Tenet Criticism by Instructor

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Christopher Nolan, acclaimed filmmaker and director of films such as “Inception” and “The Dark Knight,” hinted at his response to the recent controversy surrounding Peloton instructor Jenn Sherman’s criticism of his latest film, “Tenet,” during an interview at the Golden Globes.

When asked about Sherman’s apology and whether he would continue using the Peloton, Nolan responded with a deadpan delivery, saying, “Nothing but love for the Peloton, but I did not climb on it today, this is true. I might just skip it for a little while, but thank you for your concern.”

This was not the first time Nolan brought up the Peloton incident. Earlier in the week, while accepting the award for Best Director from the New York Film Critics Circle, he recounted the moment when he was doing a high-interval workout on his Peloton and heard Sherman say, “‘Has anyone else seen this? Because that’s a couple hours of my life I’ll never get back again.'”

Sherman, upon finding out that Nolan had taken her class and heard her remarks, posted an apology video on Instagram accompanied by an invitation for the director. In the video, she expressed her excitement about Nolan being aware of her and clarified that her criticism of “Tenet” was just a casual remark made during a difficult year.

She extended an invitation for Nolan to join her in the studio, promising an insult-free experience where he could critique her class.

While acknowledging that she didn’t fully understand “Tenet,” Sherman emphasized her dislike for Nolan’s film “Oppenheimer,” inviting him to experience her class firsthand.

At the Golden Globes, Nolan was there to celebrate his historical epic “Oppenheimer,” which won multiple awards including Best Motion Picture – Drama and Best Director – Motion Picture.

Nolan’s response to Sherman’s criticism suggests that he may take a break from Peloton for a while, but the controversy seems to have not affected his appreciation for the fitness brand.

Overall, Nolan’s acknowledgment of the Peloton incident and Sherman’s apology showcases a humorous exchange between the filmmaker and the instructor, adding an interesting twist to the ongoing narrative surrounding “Tenet” and his latest work, “Oppenheimer.”