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Michel Hazanavicius’ Cannes opening film changes title following Ukrainian protests

By Melanie Goodfellow2022-04-25T15:56:00

Final Cut (c) Lisa Ritaine

Source: Pan Europeen (c) Lisa Ritaine

Title of film caused consternation in Ukrainian film world due to letter Z’s association with support for Russia’s invasion.

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