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- Kuwait bans the movie "Wicked" due to its themes and content
- The decision was made by the country's Minister of Information
- This is not the first time Kuwait has banned a film or show for similar reasons
- The ban has sparked controversy and debate among citizens and officials
- The implications of this decision on freedom of expression and censorship in Kuwait Tone: informative, critical
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Wicked Wont Play In Kuwait Theaters, Local Media Speculates Its Because Of LGBTQ Cast
“Wicked” has been banned in Kuwait, in the Middle East, on the eve of its local theatrical release, Variety has confirmed. “Wicked” is the latest Hollywood import to be banned in Kuwait. The Gulf state previously banned “Barbie” to protect “public ethics.” Some local media have speculated that the decision was prompted by the fact […]
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