Posted By
Najib
Apr 19, 2023 04:01
Following the latest Scream VI ban, I thought of compiling a list of all banned movies & shows in Lebanon based on previous blog posts and online findings. There was a museum of censorship initiative launched by March Lebanon where a long list of banned movies was published but the website is unfortunately down. The below list is definitely not a final one and I will keep on updating it as soon as I find…
Posted By
Najib
Apr 15, 2023 05:12
Scream 6 got banned in Lebanon and the Middle East due to one scene that included LGBTQ+ characters, and it looks like Barbie is set to be banned as well as it includes gay characters. The Barbie ban wasn't confirmed but I wouldn't be surprised if it joins the long list of banned movies in Lebanon. After all, Lebanese authorities do know how to set their priorities straight and keep reminding us that they live…
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