An American director’s adaptation of the beloved novel is resonating with moviegoers, who may recognize some similarities in its satire of authoritarian rule.
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Pakistan’s Military Is Swaying Elections, Now More Than Ever
A political crackdown has been more visible than those in previous years, analysts say, making this week’s vote among the least credible in the country’s history.
Amazon’s ‘Expats’ Was Filmed in Hong Kong, But People Can’t Watch It There
The first two episodes of the show, which was filmed during the city’s pandemic restrictions, were released last week but were not available there.
Netflix Film’s Removal Shows Power of India’s Hindu Right Wing
The movie “Annapoorani” was about a female chef overcoming caste prejudice. Hindu activists said it hurt their feelings.
‘It’s State Propaganda’: Ukrainians Shun TV News as War Drags on
A government-approved news program intended to counter Russian disinformation and boost morale is coming under criticism for painting a rosy picture of the war.
‘It’s State Propaganda’: Ukrainians Shun TV News as War Drags on
A government-approved news program intended to counter Russian disinformation and boost morale is coming under criticism for painting a rosy picture of the war.
Nepal Is Banning TikTok Over Hate Content, Officials Say
The small Himalayan nation’s cabinet of ministers said the Chinese-owned app had neglected its repeated requests to curb content that affected “social harmony.”
Korean President’s Battle Against ‘Fake News’ Alarms Critics
He calls fake news an enemy that threatens democracy. Critics of President Yoon Suk Yeol say he is silencing journalists in the name of fighting disinformation.
Social Media Users Accuse Facebook, Instagram of Suppressing Pro-Palestinian Posts
Meta has cautioned that some content might be temporarily suppressed or suspended as it sifts through millions of posts spreading across its platforms.
Watching ‘Barbie’ and Thinking About Death
A summer blockbuster left a Times columnist uncomfortable. A new play about art under totalitarianism helped her understand why.