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Snoop Dogg expressed discomfort with LGBT+ representation in the movie Lightyear, specifically criticizing a brief gay kiss, which has sparked calls for his cancellation and highlighted ongoing issues of censorship and homophobia in media.
The Oscar nominations for 2024 sparked discussions due to Barbie's absence in major categories, with Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie missing out on best director and best actress nods, respectively. Other talking points included controversies over Jewish representation in films, record-breaking LGBT nominations, and the lack of recognition for certain films and actors. The nominations also highlighted the slow progress for female directors and the potential for a Native American actress to make history.
HBO Max has cancelled the pirate period comedy series "Our Flag Means Death" despite its 94 per cent Rotten Tomatoes score for both professional and audience reviews. The show, which starred Rhys Darby, Ewen Bremner, and Taika Waititi, received widespread praise for its LGBT+ representation. Taika Waititi, who also executive produced the series, faced early criticism over the handling of a transgender character in his film "Next Goal Wins."
Pedro Almodóvar premiered his short film "Strange Way Of Life" at the Cannes Film Festival, which explores the desire between two cowboys in a classic Western setting. The film stars Ethan Hawke and Pedro Pascal as former lovers who reconnect after 25 years. Almodóvar pushes boundaries for LGBT representation in the Western genre, making it the first "truly queer Western" where gay male desire is tackled so openly. The director also discusses the revival of the Western genre and the importance of female filmmakers in the genre.
Lukas Gage, who plays Dillon in The White Lotus, revealed that his mother had a relaxed view of his explicit gay sex scene on the show, saying "That's a great a**. Get that money. Get that bag and be committed." Gage also defended his decision to play LGBT roles without publicly labeling himself as such, and commended Diplo for his honesty about his sexuality.