Beijing Queer Film Festival Cancelled After Authorities' Pressure
Annual event faces cancellation due to sustained pressure from Chinese authorities.
By Spark News Desk · · India
Beijing’s annual independent queer film festival has been cancelled following a campaign of harassment from authorities.
The festival, one of China’s oldest, was due to begin on Friday. Organisers announced the cancellation on Instagram, citing pressure from police, including repeated phone calls in recent weeks.
Experts say the cancellation reflects growing intolerance toward feminist and LGBTQ+ discussions in China.
Why it matters
The cancellation affects LGBTQ+ and feminist communities in China, limiting cultural and political expression. It signals a broader crackdown on independent cultural events.
Sources
- 'The necktie is dead': How US midterm candidates are dressing for votes — BBC News
- Beijing Queer film festival cancelled after harassment from authorities — The Guardian
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