Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem publicly supports the Film workers for palestine movement.
Bardem is known for his strong political stances and is outspoken about the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
Speaking to CNN, Bardem clarified his position on the issue, emphasizing non-discrimination and human rights.
🗣️ Bardem’s Statement
Bardem said:
“We do not discriminate against any person based on their nationality, race, religion, or gender.”
He firmly stated that the pledge does not target individuals, but rather companies and institutions.
He emphasized the importance of accountability for those complicit in:
The bombing of Gaza,
The genocide of the Palestinian people, and
The illegal settlements in the West Bank.
📝 The Pledge: Who Signed?
Over 3,900 film industry professionals signed the pledge in September.
The pledge opposes collaboration with Israeli film institutions and companies allegedly involved in:
Genocide
Apartheid
Notable signatories include:
Emma Stone, Yorgos Lanthimos, Ava DuVernay, Riz Ahmed,
Joaquin Phoenix, Andrew Garfield, Mark Ruffalo, Olivia Colman,
Lily Gladstone, Guy Pearce, Rooney Mara, Elliot Page, and more.
⚖️ Legal Pushback in the UK
In October, UK Lawyers for israel sent legal warnings to major studios:
Netflix, Disney, amazon Studios, Apple, and Warner Bros.
The warning cited the UK Equality Act 2010, arguing the boycott could:
Breach anti-discrimination laws
Affect financing and insurance for projects.
The document warned against a “dangerous precedent” of excluding people or companies based on nationality or religion.
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