Oscar Entries Spark Global Discussions on Inclusion and Censorship
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- Jordan pulls 'My Sweet Land' from Oscars after Azerbaijani pressure.
- 'My Sweet Land' faces opposition for pro-Armenian story, claims of censorship rise.
- Denmark's 'The Girl With the Needle' is praised for its dark fairytale at Cannes.
- Italy's 'Vermiglio' shines with historic depiction of Italian Alps, eyeing Oscar glory.
- 'Laapataa Ladies' is India's Oscar pick, exploring norms via 2001 wedding confusion.
- Jordan's Oscar withdrawal underlines film narrative power struggles.
- Director Sareen Hairabedian blasts Azerbaijani influence on Jordan's Oscar choice.