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251. Why Has Vietnam Banned the Barbie Movie? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Thinking in English

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Why Vietnam Banned the Barbie Movie

Hollywood faces challenges in balancing commercial interests with artistic freedom and geopolitical considerations. There are concerns about the influence of Chinese propaganda in American entertainment, which may not always be recognised by audiences. This issue is of particular concern for countries that lack the power to confront China's narrative on the global stage like some of the smaller countries in Southeast Asia. Despite the ban in Vietnam, the Barbie movie is set to be a major summer blockbuster.

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