Cannes juror denounces Hollywood boycott of actors for Gaza war views
Summary
Paul Laverty, a screenwriter and juror for the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, criticized Hollywood for boycotting actors who spoke against the violence in Gaza. He pointed out the contradiction of featuring Susan Sarandon, an actress who said she lost her agent after asking for a ceasefire, on the festival poster.Key Facts
- Paul Laverty is a screenwriter and juror for the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.
- He criticized Hollywood for avoiding actors who oppose the war in Gaza.
- Susan Sarandon called for a ceasefire in Gaza.
- Sarandon said she lost her agent because of her stance on Gaza.
- Despite this, Sarandon’s image is used on the Cannes Film Festival poster.
- The criticism highlights tensions between political views and the entertainment industry’s actions.
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