Disney ‘Pausing' Film Distribution In Russia Over Ukraine Crisis

By CBSLA Staff, CBS Los Angeles:

BURBANK (CBSLA) — The Walt Disney Co. will temporarily stop releasing its films in Russia in light of Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, the company announced Monday.

“Given the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and the tragic humanitarian crisis, we are pausing the release of theatrical films in Russia, including the upcoming `Turning Red’ from Pixar,” a Disney representative said in a statement.

“We will make future business decisions based on the evolving situation.”

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