Overview
- Bardem told AFP at Cannes that he is getting more work than ever and said the narrative around Gaza is changing.
- He said he cannot verify the existence of a blacklist and added that those pushing one could face public blowback.
- Cannes juror Paul Laverty accused Hollywood of blacklisting pro-Palestinian figures over their politics.
- Actress Susan Sarandon and others have said they lost opportunities after criticizing Israel’s actions.
- Bardem is promoting The Beloved, which explores Spain’s role in Western Sahara and themes of male power.