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In the new Pixar animated film “Lightyear,” space ranger Buzz Lightyear works through a lot of character issues, though having his best friend's back isn't ...

“I'm happy to see Disney/Pixar sort of push through and blaze new trails in this space and I think it really creates the opportunity for children of all ages to dream and see themselves on screen.” Evans echoes the importance of queer inclusion in Disney films but also acknowledges that “it's kind of a mixed bag of emotions. “Basically the montage was the same,” says producer Galyn Susman. “The (queer) representation and Alisha in a relationship and all of that was there. “It's a small moment and is treated as just an indicator of the relationship," she says. In March, the kiss was restored after Pixar animators spoke out against Disney in an open letter obtained by Variety, saying executives had demanded cuts "from nearly every moment of overtly gay affection." The scene made waves earlier in the U.S.: It was initially cut from the film, then restored after internal uproar when it was revealed Disney had donated $200,000 to Republican politicians who supported Florida's “Don’t Say Gay” bill, which forbids discussions of sexual orientation in elementary school classrooms.

Chris Evans, star of Pixar's upcoming film Lightyear, called critics of film's same-sex kiss 'idiots'. He said such people 'die off like dinosaurs'.

In March, Variety reported that following protests from Pixar staffers, the company restored the gay kiss in the film after initially deciding to remove it. In an interview with Reuters Television ahead of the film's release, he said, “The real truth is those people are idiots. The upcoming Pixar animated movie Lightyear features a gay couple and reportedly, also a kiss between the two; a first for any major Disney animated film.

The star made the comments during an interview with Reuters to promote the upcoming Disney-Pixar film. "The real truth is those people are idiots," he said. " ...

"It’s tough to not be a little frustrated that it even has to be a topic of discussion," he told the outlet. We should all be so lucky to have that kind of relationship in our life." Supporters argue it is just showing the full range of people as they are. But those people die off like dinosaurs." "The real truth is those people are idiots," he said. "But those people die off like dinosaurs."

"Lightyear" star Chris Evans likened homophobic people to "dinosaurs" when discussing the Pixar onscreen queer love story.

That it is this kind of ‘news,'” Evans said. I think the goal is to pay them no mind, march forward and embrace the growth that makes us human.” A kiss between the two characters was cut from the film and later reinstated amid criticism against Disney for initially giving political donations to the backer of Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill.

Chris Evans has spoken his mind about the same-sex kiss in "Lightyear" -- and, as always, he doesn't mince his words. Let's find out what he had to say.

He has already revealed his thoughts about the character that he thinks stole the whole movie, and opened up about the real reason he agreed to play Buzz Lightyear. Now, he's had his say about the same-sex kiss in "Lightyear" — and, as always, Evans doesn't mince his words. Pixar's "Toy Story"-adjacent "Lightyear" has the wild premise of being the origin story of the character that inspired the toy which stars in the franchise "Lightyear" is technically a prequel to. It's also a movie that has received considerable attention for a certain thing that got "Lightyear" banned in Saudi Arabia and numerous other countries.

The actor, who voices the titular astronaut, took a stand against those criticizing a same-sex kiss in the animated feature.

The kiss is a greeting and a gesture of love that is tender. Added Aduba, "It's incredible, and a real hats off to Disney and Pixar for having that kiss be a part of this story. "I think the goal is to pay them no mind, march forward and embrace the growth that makes us human."

Chris Evans called out "idiots" who criticized a same-sex kiss in the upcoming Disney-Pixar movie "Lightyear."

“It does establish who they are as people, but it is not the singular identifier for who either of them are. “I think it’s a shame that it’s such a story. “It’s great that it’s back in the film,” Evans said.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) —“Lightyear” includes a female character voiced by actress Uzo Aduba briefly kissing her female partner in one scene in the ...

Recently, Disney has faced protests from activists and its own staff over what they described as CEO Bob Chapek’s slow response in publicly criticizing Florida legislation that opponents dubbed as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. Nations that refused to allow the film to be shown include Bahrain, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, Disney said. Some countries even maintain the death penalty.

Countries are censoring the new Buzz Lightyear movie over a same-sex kissing scene. It's not the first time that Disney has faced LGBTQ backlash. By. Colin ...

The "Lightyear" bans follow Disney's messy response to Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill and the ensuing backlash from staffers.

The Hollywood Reporter reported in March that the same-sex kiss had been restored to "Lightyear" after being cut from the movie. "Lightyear" producer Galyn Susman told Reuters that China's film censors asked some scenes to be cut, which Disney refused. "Toy Story 4" earned just $29 million there, a small percentage of its total $1.07 billion worldwide gross. It prompted some to speak out on Disney's apparent history of hindering LGBTQ+ themes in its movies. They also shine another spotlight on Disney's depiction of LGBTQ+ themes in its movies, which came under scrutiny recently. Disney and Pixar's "Lightyear," which comes to theaters this weekend, has been banned in 14 Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian markets over a same-sex relationship and kiss between a female couple.

An image released by Disney/Pixar shows character Buzz Lightyear, voiced by Chris Evans, left, and Alisha Hawthorne, voiced by Uzo Aduba, in a scene from ...

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"Lightyear" is the fifth film in Pixar's Toy Story franchise. Chris Evans voices the lead character, legendary space ranger Buzz Lightyear.

In the film, Buzz's close friend is a female space ranger who marries a woman. The domestic box office accounted for 41% of those sales, or around $415 million. "Toy Story 4," released in 2019, generated more than $1 billion globally. - In the film, Buzz's close friend is a female space ranger who marries a woman. It is also expected that China will not make the film available. Chris Evans (Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe) voices the lead character, legendary space ranger Buzz Lightyear.

Chris Evans goes on the attack against criticisms levied against a same-sex kiss in Disney's new Lightyear film, exacerbating the culture wars.

Tim IS Buzz! Why would they completely castrate this iconic, beloved character? Some of Disney’s banned films include West Side Story, Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness, and Eternals. In the UAE, Lightyear was previously dated for a June 16 release. “It’s tough to not be a little frustrated that it even has to be a topic of discussion. “You don’t want to alienate half your audience, but I’d be disappointed in myself if I didn’t speak up. Lightyear star Chris Evans had some very interesting comments to make just shortly after his new movie was banned in multiple Middle Eastern countries.

Authorities across much of the Muslim world have barred Disney's latest animated film “Lightyear” from being played at cinemas after the inclusion of a ...

Recently, Disney has faced protests from activists and its own staff over what they described as CEO Bob Chapek’s slow response in publicly criticizing Florida legislation that opponents dubbed as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. Nations that refused to allow the film to be shown include Bahrain, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, Disney said. Some countries even maintain the death penalty.

Lightyear, the new animated PG film from Disney Pixar releasing in theaters this weekend, is the movie that inspired the Buzz Lightyear toy in the Toy Story ...

He reflects on how a loving pastor and church community helped him in his faith, including his journey to understand the biblical perspective. My point is that we must prepare them for the world, not try to entirely remove them from it. It is entirely justified to boycott a company if it affirms the killing of unborn children, sex trafficking, or some other directly harmful evil. We should probably reserve boycotting for when something brings direct harm to folks, especially the most vulnerable. I would argue we’re communicating that gay relationships are “bad,” but unmarried sex between a man and a woman isn’t bad (or not quite as bad). Both are sinful and outside of God’s measure for us. The emphasis on sex and individuality that our culture pushes should not corrupt Christians, who know that the Bible provides a beautiful, purposeful design for sex (Proverbs 5:18–19). Instead, we must turn to find our identity in what is most secure: God’s design for us and his unending grace. If they are Christians, we should lovingly present the biblical truth to them in correction (2 Timothy 3:16). If you’re not sure how, start by reading Dr. Jim Denison’s resource, “ What does the Bible say about homosexuality?” It is probably the first of many. We should expect nothing less from Hollywood and the world. Disney planned to remove the kiss, but in response to protests from their employees and the disparagingly named “ Don’t Say Gay” bill, Disney kept it in. As Christians, we can see that this reflects the normality and acceptance of homosexuality.

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“That’s why we didn’t stop him or kick him out.” I wanted him out of the studio because I didn't want his energy anywhere near there," she said while laughing. "It was a kiss out of respect for her, and for women, and for family, and for reunion," said Garcia. "That's what the kiss was about." "I shipped Emilio out of state. "It was Ingrid kissing Billy. So, it's the character. "Lovely," said Estefan. "It was a lovely kiss."

Disney-Pixar's latest animated escapade is about to hit our cinema screens. It's the origin story of one of their most beloved characters – Toy Story's Buzz ...

Criticism of Lightyear and its same-sex kiss will inevitably ensue, so it is important that Disney stands its ground by staying true to LGBTQ+ values. The company’s CEO, Bob Chapek, also stated in an internal memo that the “biggest impact” the company could make “in creating a more inclusive world is through the inspiring content we produce”. Given its huge cultural reputation in the state, fans and employees were left frustrated by Disney’s lack of response to, or condemnation of, the bill. So while the Lightyear kiss marks a huge step forward for Disney, which has shied away from any overt LGBTQ+ representation in the past, it’s not surprising that many viewers remain sceptical. In 2016, Disney released the trailer for Finding Dory and fans spotted a supposedly lesbian couple in one of the scenes. It’s the origin story of one of their most beloved characters – Toy Story’s Buzz Lightyear. In the lead-up to its release, online speculation soared after it was confirmed that Lightyear would include the company’s first same-sex kiss.

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When Chris Evans talks of LGBTQ representation in Disney/Pixar animation, the word “overdue” comes up more than once. Evans is the titular voice in the ...

“We’re reflecting the world around us and we’re making the film for ourselves and for the world around us.” In 2017, Tessa Thompson told Rolling Stone that Valkyrie, her Asgardian character in Disney/Marvel’s “Thor: Ragnarok,” had a scene cut that would have confirmed Valkyrie’s bisexuality. This week, entertainment outlets reported that “Lightyear” will not screen in such markets as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Malaysia and Indonesia, because of its same-sex kiss. Then there was the 2017 live-action remake of “Beauty and the Beast.” Director Bill Condon promised a “nice, exclusively gay moment” involving Gaston’s sidekick, LeFou (Josh Gad); there are hints about his sexuality sprinkled across the movie before he dances with a man at film’s end. “Lightyear” director Angus MacLane knows the importance of representation. That is until Disney, which had recently donated to Florida lawmakers, became embroiled in controversy over the state’s Parental Rights in Education law — dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” legislation by opponents — that limits classroom discussion of gender and sexual orientation in kindergarten through third grade.

The newest Pixar movie starring Chris Evans, Lightyear, is based on Buzz Lightyear —the human astronaut that inspired the action figure toy in Toy Story—and ...

We should all be so lucky to have that kind of relationship in our life." "I think the goal is to pay them no mind, march forward and embrace the growth that makes us human." The movie has even been banned in 13 countries due to the kiss, including Saudia Arabia, Kuwait, and Malaysia.

"Lightyear" has been banned in Malaysia and other Muslim countries after Disney refused to cut a brief same-sex kissing scene from the animated film.

I think the goal is to pay them no mind, march forward and embrace the growth that makes us human." The moment occurs between the character Alisha Hawthorne ( Uzo Aduba) and her partner. Malaysia's Film Censorship Board said it approved the movie with parental guidance for those under 13 on the condition of modifications.