LGBT, Kuwait and Wicked

‘Wicked’ Removed From Cinema Listings in Kuwait, Local Media Speculates It’s Because of LGBTQ Cast
Wicked' is feared to be the latest major Hollywood release to be banned in Kuwait, where last year 'Barbie' was pulled protect 'public ethics'
‘Wicked' Reportedly Banned in Kuwait Over LGBTQ+ Casting
The box-office behemoth boasts a large cast of LGBTQ+ actors, including Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey and Bowen Yang.
‘Wicked’ Banned in Kuwait as Local Media Speculates It’s 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.
‘Wicked' Won't Play in Kuwait Theaters, Local Media Speculates It's 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.
Kuwait Bans Movie ‘Wicked’ Over LGBTQ+ Content
Kuwait has officially banned the screening of the highly anticipated movie Wicked, originally set to debut in cinemas on December 5. The decision comes amid concerns over the film's inclusion of a gay character,
Wicked Movie Banned in Kuwait, Possibly Due to LGBTQ Cast Members
Wicked has reportedly been banned from theaters in Kuwait, with some believing the cause to be related to the film’s many LGBTQ cast members. According to a report from Variety, the film has been removed from cinema listings in the country just a day before it was set to release.
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