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Threats from Muslim youths in a Paris suburb led to the cancellation of a screening of the film Barbie, citing concerns over its promotion of homosexuality and portrayal of women, sparking political debate about cultural influence and Islamophobia in France.
Anne Hathaway expresses gratitude that her Barbie film never got made, as she believes Greta Gerwig's version, starring Margot Robbie, "hit a bullseye" and brought the famous doll to life in the best possible way. Hathaway praises Robbie's talent and impact, stating that the film toppled narrative barriers and will likely make things better for women in Hollywood. Amy Schumer, who was initially attached to the project, revealed that she departed due to creative differences with the studio's vision for the film. Hathaway reflects on her career, emphasizing the importance of trust and gratitude when roles don't work out.
Lebanon's culture minister, backed by Hezbollah, is seeking to ban the film "Barbie" from cinemas, claiming it promotes homosexuality and contradicts religious values. The move comes amid a broader campaign against the LGBT community, with powerful religious leaders and the Christian far right joining forces. Lebanon, once seen as a safe haven for the LGBT community in the Middle East, has recently seen tensions rise over the issue. The film, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has already grossed over $1 billion worldwide.
The Philippines has allowed the Barbie film to be shown in cinemas after requesting that the Hollywood distributor blur lines on a world map that allegedly depicted China's claims to the disputed South China Sea. The film was reviewed twice by the country's movie and television review board, who determined that the map in question was a "cartoonish" depiction of Barbie's journey and not the controversial nine-dash line. The approval coincided with the seventh anniversary of an international ruling that China's historical claims to the South China Sea have no legal basis.
The Philippines has allowed the upcoming Barbie film to be shown in cinemas after requesting that a map depicting China's "nine-dash line" claim over the South China Sea be blurred. The government's Movie and Television Review and Classification Board reviewed the film and consulted with officials and legal experts before making the decision. The Philippines, along with other littoral states, disputes China's claim to the South China Sea. The censors clarified that the map in the film portrayed a fictional journey and not the nine-dash line, and they have asked the Hollywood studio to blur the controversial lines on the map.
Ryan Gosling showcases his singing skills in a melodramatic rock ballad titled "I'm Just Ken" for Greta Gerwig's upcoming Barbie film, featuring Slash on guitar. The song explores Ken's struggle to define his identity as he laments being overshadowed by Barbie. The star-studded Barbie soundtrack also includes collaborations with Nicki Minaj, Ice Spice, PinkPantheress, Karol G, and Dua Lipa.
Margot Robbie and Alexandra Shipp praised director Greta Gerwig during the red carpet premiere of the Barbie film, stating that they were drawn to the project because of Gerwig's talent and vision. Robbie highlighted Gerwig's ability to deliver humor and emotion, while Shipp appreciated the safe and collaborative environment Gerwig created on set. Producer Tom Ackerley also expressed his excitement about the script and the team's initial disbelief that they would be able to bring Gerwig's vision to life.
Vietnam has banned the release of the live-action "Barbie" film due to scenes featuring China's controversial nine-dash line, which claims territory in the South China Sea. The disputed area is rich in oil and natural gas reserves and is claimed by Vietnam, the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, and Taiwan. The ban highlights the ongoing territorial dispute and censorship issues in Vietnam.
Vietnamese officials have banned the upcoming "Barbie" film due to scenes showing a map with China's disputed territorial claims in the South China Sea, known as the "nine-dash line." This is the second film to be banned in Vietnam for featuring the nine-dash line, with the previous one being "Uncharted." The Chinese cinema market's influence has led Hollywood filmmakers to be increasingly cautious about ensuring their films are well received by Chinese censors.