The new blockbuster movie “Spider-Man: Across the
Spider-Verse” (“Spider-Man: through the Spider-Verse”) has been abruptly pulled
from movie theaters in more than a dozen Muslim-majority countries without
explanation. However, it is speculated that the cancelation is apparently due
to the inclusion of a poster with the trans flag, which briefly appears in
the background of a room.
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According to Archyde, the film was released on June 1 in
countries including India. The film received a great reception. The film has
earned $417 million at the box office so far. It is reported that the film
could not pass the censor standards in the Middle East.
According to Saudi Cinemas, which is under the General
Commission for Audiovisual Media, Spider-Man will not be released in some parts
of the Gulf region as it ‘contradicts the content regulations in force’.
The reason for the ban has not been officially released. But
it is reported that some things in favor of the transgender community led to
the ban.
In the film, Gwen Stacy’s teenage experiences in the galaxy
with Spider-Woman also give some clues as to who she is. In one scene, a
transgender flag hangs on the wall of Gwen’s room.
It even has the words “Protect Trans Kids” written on it.
In a similar incident, Disney’s “Lightyear” was banned
in 13 Muslim-majority countries last year for featuring a lesbian kiss scene.
“Into the Spider-Verse”, the prequel to “Across the
Spider-Verse”, had a successful season in the region when it premiered in 2018.
Children in Lebanon carry backpacks with Miles Morales, the main character of
the franchise and the first black Spider-Man, while malls in the UAE sell
action figures of the superheroes from the film.
“Across the Spider-Verse” is the second part of a trilogy
that will conclude with a third installment scheduled to hit theaters next
year.
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