The Hollywood Reporter

Mubi Cancels Turkey Film Fest Over Daniel Craig ‘Queer’ Drama Censorship

The art house streamer said it pulled the MubiFest in Istanbul in the “name of protecting freedom of expression and artistic expression.” By Etan Vlessing Canada Bureau Chief Art house streamer and ...
IFEX

Turkey: Press freedom and freedom of expression groups, media outlets and civil society organizations condemn regulator’s decision to revoke Açık Radyo’s license

IFEX and other signatories stress that this is a severe blow to independent radio broadcasting in Turkey, silencing a platform known for promoting diverse, critical voices and addressing issues of ...
The Washington Post

‘Queer’ movie ban in Turkey prompts film festival cancellation

The streaming service Mubi has canceled a film festival slated to take place in Istanbul after the Turkish government banned the event’s opening film, a gay romance. According to Mubi, Turkish ...
IFEX

Turkey: Press freedom and freedom of expression groups condemn court decision upholding prison sentence for journalist Bülent Mumay

Mumay's case is not an isolated incident but part of a broader pattern of judicial harassment and censorship targeting Turkey's independent media. It highlights the urgent need for international ...