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WORLD • CHINA

Beijing queer film festival cancelled amid reported pressure from authorities

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Beijing’s independent queer film festival, scheduled to begin Friday, has been cancelled. The Guardian reports that the cancellation followed what was understood to be sustained harassment by authorities.

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The cancellation affects LGBTQ+ filmmakers and audiences, as well as independent cultural groups in China. The articles establish no direct U.S. consequence.