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Fans claim that countries banning Lightyear for same-sex kiss are hindering harmony

Fans took to Twitter to express their anger and frustration over the film being banned by several countries over the inclusion of a same-sex kiss in the movie.

Fans have been quite critical of the ban, with many questioning the reason. Check out some of the reactions on Twitter:

All about Disney’s Lightyear controversy

The film has generated widespread controversy over its inclusion of a same-sex kiss scene. It features a lesbian couple, and it has a divided audience for several reasons. Actor Chris Evans, who voices the lead character of Buzz, told Reuters Television in an interview that those criticizing the representation of the LGBTQI+ community are ‘‘idiots’’.

The scene that has triggered the controversy involves Alisha Hawthorne, voiced by noted actor Uzo Aduba, kissing her partner. According to Los Angeles Times, makers had earlier cut the scene from the film. Several employees of Disney had earlier slammed the multi-million dollar company for not denouncing Florida’s Parental Rights In Education Bill, also known as the ‘Don’t Say Gay Bill,’ which does not allow discussions of gender identity and sexual orientation in schools. In response to the backlash, the kiss scene was restored.

Disney’s Lightyear trailer, plot and review

One of the most anticipated movies of the year, Lightyear was screened at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival on June 14, 2022 to highly positive reviews from critics, who praised the film’s overall tone and style. Whilst many critics found the storyline conventional, they praised the film’s visual aesthetics, characterization, and direction. The film will be released in the US on June 17, 2022.

Pixar released the official trailer for the film on February 8, 2022. It showcases several fun and exciting moments that promise to make for an enthralling viewing experience. The film explores the origin story of Buzz Lightyear. The official synopsis of the film on Disney reads:

The description further reads,

The cast includes Chris Evans, Keke Palmer, and Peter Sohn voicing Buzz, Izzy and Sox, respectively. Angus MacLane directs the film from a screenplay by MacLane and Jason Headley.

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