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Adam McKay: 'Wicked' Could Be 'Banned in Three to Five Years'

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Hollywood director Adam McKay warns 'Wicked' movie could face censorship in America's growing political climate
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  • McKay, known for politically-charged films like 'Vice' and 'Don't Look Up', predicts the 'Wicked' movie based on the popular Broadway musical could be banned within 3-5 years due to America's divisive political landscape
  • The prediction comes as Hollywood increasingly navigates increasing ideological battles, with some films facing boycotts or censorship based on their content - a trend that may only intensify in the coming years
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