Scandal erupts around Woody Allen: he attended Russian film week
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Iconic American film actor, director and screenwriter Woody Allen took part in the Moscow International Film Week. The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has already commented on the incident.
In particular, the department called it a disgrace and an insult to the victims of Ukrainian actors and filmmakers who were killed or wounded by Russians.
“The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry strongly condemns the participation of American director Woody Allen in the Moscow International Film Week. This is a disgrace and an insult to the victims of Ukrainian actors and filmmakers who were killed or wounded by Russian war criminals during the Russian aggression against Ukraine,” the Foreign Ministry wrote.
The department also added that by participating in a festival that unites Putin’s fans and mouthpieces, Allen is deliberately turning a blind eye to the atrocities that Russia has been committing in Ukraine every day for 11 years now.
“Culture should never be used to whitewash crimes or serve as a propaganda tool,” the Foreign Ministry concluded.
Earlier, the Russians announced that, in addition to Allen, Serbian director Emir Kusturica would also appear at the Moscow International Film Week. The latter is known for his anti-Ukrainian statements and love for Kremlin ruler Putin.
In addition, American actor Mark Dacascos (The Crying Killer, Drive, John Wick 3) agreed to come to Moscow. During his visit, he said that he loves the Russian capital.
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