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Sarandon: Hollywood Blacklist
Susan Sarandon claims Hollywood blacklist after controversial pro-Palestine remarks.
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Hollywood StudiosUn Human Rights Office (Ohchr)Hamas
Susan SarandonClarisse Loughrey
- What were the consequences of Sarandon's controversial statement?
- The controversy surrounding Sarandon's remarks resulted in the loss of her agent and the halting of projects, demonstrating the potential consequences of expressing controversial views.
- What is the main claim made by Susan Sarandon regarding her career in Hollywood?
- Susan Sarandon claims she has been blacklisted by Hollywood studios after making controversial remarks at a pro-Palestine rally. She stated that her agency dropped her and projects were pulled due to the fallout.
- What additional information is provided regarding the context of Sarandon's remarks?
- The article also notes a recent surge in antisemitic incidents across the UK and US, providing context to Sarandon's controversial statement and the reaction it generated.
- What was the nature of the controversial remarks made by Sarandon at the pro-Palestine rally?
- Sarandon's comments, comparing the feelings of being Jewish to that of being Muslim in the US, sparked criticism, leading to an apology for the phrasing.
- What statistics regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine are mentioned in the article?
- The high number of Palestinian deaths, particularly women and children, during the conflict, and the accusations of Israel's non-compliance with humanitarian law, are highlighted in the article.