Elton John Biopic ‘Rocketman’ Hit With Homophobic Censorship in Russia!
Get ready, folks — we’ve got some raging tea to spill today. The recently released Elton John biopic, ‘Rocketman’, is enjoying resounding international success; however, its journey to the screens of Russia has been significantly tarnished by a scandalous intervention. The notorious ‘gay propaganda’ law has struck again, and the local distributor, Central Partnership, has removed all scenes of gay sex and drug use. The result: about five minutes of footage has gone up in smoke!
Rockin’ Rocketman Ruffles Russian Feathers
‘Rocketman’, an absolute must-watch masterpiece directed by Dexter Fletcher, chronicles the kaleidoscope of Elton John’s life, showcasing not only his incredible musical journey but also his rollercoaster struggles with addiction, identity, and, indeed, his sexuality. Still, some critics believe that Central Partnership’s edits have blurred the true portrayal of Elton John’s life, thus creating a film that’s…well, straighter than straight.
Take it from the Rocketman himself! Speaking about the controversy, Sir Elton John and the filmmakers issued a statement, declaring, “We reject in the strongest possible terms the decision to pander to local laws and censor ROCKETMAN for the Russian market.”
No Queer Fear Here
The tabloids are aflame as social media users have started a fiery discourse, wielding hashtags and holding virtual pitchforks against homophobia. Many are blaming these retrograde measures for fostering an environment where identities are policed and real lives are censored.
Invigorating impresario, @circa84demi tweeted, “So they’ve censored the version of Rocketman in Russia to remove all scenes of gay sex and Elton John taking drugs…I’m assuming it’s now a 10-minute film about the music industry.”
Deadbeat diva, @sourpuss1 poked a bit of fun, “Russia’s version of #Rocketman is basically just a colorful series of glasses and outfits murals at this point.”
One thing’s for sure, folks — we are in 2025, and censorship like this should be a relic of the past. Even though we’ve come a long way in representation and acceptance, we are reminded time and again that there’s always work to be done, and more hurdles to conquer.
Remember — in Elton John’s own words, “I’m still standing yeah yeah yeah.” So let’s never back down, entertainment lovers and proud allies! No matter who tries to silence us, our voices will be heard. Our stories will be told.
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Play it again, Hollywood — we’ll be waiting for the uncut, unfiltered magic to keep flowing! So what’s next in this fiasco, you ask? We suggest you buckle up, gossip enthusiasts, because we haven’t heard the last of it yet. This is a box office hit reaching for Oscar gold we’re talking about! Keep those peepers peeled for updates!
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