A screening of Spider‑Man: Brand New Day at Plaza Bocagrande cinema in Cartagena, Colombia, was interrupted on August 2 after an overpowering odor filled the auditorium.
Video footage shows several audience members covering their noses and mouths as they exited the theater, indicating the scent was intense enough to disrupt the show.
The source of the smell remains unclear. Some observers speculate it could have been a prank involving a stink bomb rather than natural flatulence.
Cinema staff reported that they could not identify who was responsible for the incident and that the screening was not officially cancelled.
Despite the disruption, the theater continued to operate normally, though many patrons chose not to return for the remainder of the film’s run.
Spider‑Man: Brand New Day, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, features Tom Holland as Peter Parker alongside Zendaya and newcomer Sadie Sink.
The film has received positive reviews, with critics praising its balance of action and character development.
Overall, the event highlights how unexpected disturbances can impact audience experience, prompting discussions about theater etiquette and safety protocols.
