Disney, Sony Pictures Pause Film Releases In Russia
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"Given the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and the tragic humanitarian crisis, we are pausing the release of theatrical films in Russia," Disney said
Disney and Sony Pictures are suspending the release of their films in theaters in Russia after Moscow's assault on Ukraine, the companies announced separately on Monday. It follows the example of other major firms choosing to pull out of the country since President Vladimir Putin launched the invasion last week. "Given the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and the tragic humanitarian crisis, we are pausing the release of theatrical films in Russia, including the upcoming Turning Red from Pixar," Disney said in a statement.
"We will make future business decisions based on the evolving situation," the US entertainment giant added.
"In the meantime, given the scale of the emerging refugee crisis, we are working with our NGO partners to provide urgent aid and other humanitarian assistance to refugees."
Sony Pictures also said it would pause its planned theatrical releases in Russia, including the upcoming title Morbius.
