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Why the Lady of Heaven film is dividing Muslim opinion

Following picketing by Muslim groups, leading UK cinema chain Cineworld cancelled all screenings of blockbuster film, The Lady of Heaven. Produced in Britain, this historical epic tells the story of Fatima, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammed.

The Conversation

No10 axes Islamophobia adviser for stance on controversial film

Both Cineworld and Showcase have removed the film following protests

Evening Standard

'Cinemas must stand firm against mobs' plea to ban movies and shut down free speech'

Columnist Saira Khan says venues like Cineworld shouldn’t jeopardise democracy by caving in to protestors who are intolerant to religion and aim to block freedom of speech

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Protestors mass outside Stratford Vue over ‘blasphemous’ Islamic film

Cineworld pulled the film from its schedule following similar protests since its release on June 3

Evening Standard

Sajid Javid attacks ‘cancel culture’ as UK cinemas pull ‘blasphemous’ film

Cineworld cancelled screenings of The Lady of Heaven ‘to ensure safety of staff’

The Guardian - UK

Cineworld pulls 'blasphemous' film following protests outside Bolton cinema

The cinema chain confirmed it will no longer be taking bookings for The Lady of Heaven

Manchester Evening News

‘Lady of Heaven’ producer ‘receives death threats’ as movie pulled from cinemas

Malik Shlibak says he has been called an ‘infidel’ on Twitter

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These film protests are worryingly effective censorship

The subtitle to the controversial film The Lady of Heaven is “the untold story” and it looks as though it’s going to remain untold, at least in Britain, now that Cineworld has pulled the film out of concern for the safety of its staff. The latest outbreak of censorship is…

Evening Standard

‘Blasphemy’ protesters force Cineworld to drop film about prophet Muhammad’s daughter

‘We have a right not to be insulted,’ demonstrator claims as Cineworld fears for workers’ safety

The Independent UK

Cineworld pulls film about daughter of Prophet Muhammad after protests

Protestors described the film, portraying three of Islam’s most prominent figures, as ‘blasphemous’

The Independent UK

Cineworld pulls 'blasphemous' £12m film about Prophet Muhammad's daughter after protests

Hundreds of demonstrators turned out in Bradford, Bolton, Birmingham and Sheffield to picket Cineworld theatres following screenings of 'The Lady of Heaven' over the weekend

Daily Mirror

UK cinema chain cancels screenings of ‘blasphemous’ film after protests

Cineworld cancels all showings of The Lady of Heaven after branches were picketed by Muslim activists

The Guardian - UK

The Gate Newcastle venues reopening this week and when

Venues at The Gate in Newcastle will gradually reopen after the complex was evacuated due to safety concerns on May 5

Chronicle Live

The Gate reopens cinema and car park after weeks of closure over safety concerns

The Gate has confirmed that its cinema and car park are now open to customers

Chronicle Live

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Blue Light Card: How it works, who is eligible and where it can be used

A number of retailers are offering discounts to cardholders including Asda, Cineworld, JD, Odeon, Halfords, Alton Towers and many more

Liverpool Echo

Blue Light Card: Who is eligible and where can it be used

Asda has just reinstated 10 per cent off for holders and the card can get discounts at retailers including Cineworld, JD, Odeon, Halfords, Alton Towers and many more

Chronicle Live

The Gate in Newcastle city centre remains closed for fourth day due to 'safety concerns'

A sign informing customers that The Gate is closed "until further notice" due to "unforeseen circumstances" remains at the entrance of the building and the venue remains closed after it was evacuated on Thursday

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh to host Top Gun: Maverick premiere days before official release

Edinburgh's IMAX screen at Ciniworld is one of 10 locations around the UK that will be hosting an exclusive premiere of the film starring Tom Cruise, with locals able to win tickets.

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Dublin Live

Cineworld couple fall in love at the movies and have happily ever after wedding

Shannon told us all about their relationship, right from the popcorn counter to the altar

Chronicle Live

Will The Gate in Newcastle be open on Friday after people were evacuated due to 'safety concerns'?

Customers were told to leave the popular leisure complex The Gate, which is home to Cineworld

Wales Online

Dr Strange in the Multiverse of Madness - how to get cheap tickets

Dr Strange 2 lands in cinemas across the UK on Friday, May 6

Glasgow Live

Glasgow cinemas to show 'George Michael: Freedom Uncut' documentary as part of final work

George Michael fans have been waiting for today as April 27 marks the day tickets go on sale for 'George Michael: Freedom Uncut' - a documentary he was 'heavily involved in' as part of the late singers final work.

Wales Online

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Liverpool Echo

Merseyside cinemas that were loved but have now been consigned to history

Many grand buildings across our region used to be cinemas

Daily Mirror

Three offering two cinema tickets for just £6 in amazing Easter deal

If you're on a tight budget this Easter, here's how you can score an impressive cinema deal with Three

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