DEVELOPING: Hollywood Stars Unite Against Israel's Minister as Film Academy Boycott Escalates

Breaking News: Hollywood Stars Unite Against Israel's Minister as Film Academy Boycott Escalates A-list actors, including Javier Bardem, Emma Stone, and Joaquin Phoenix, have signed a pledge to boycott Israel's state-funded movie industry in response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The move comes after a UN commission of inquiry concluded that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. The boycott, organized by Film Workers for Palestine, has gained momentum with over 4,000 signatories. Bardem, who wore a keffiyeh on the red carpet at the Emmy Awards Sunday, denounced the genocide and stated he cannot work with those justifying or supporting it. This development follows Israel's Cultural Minister threatening to cut ties with the country's film and television academy. The move has sparked outrage among filmmakers and actors, with many calling for a boycott of Israeli productions. The UN commission's findings have been met with denial from Israel, which claims its actions are being misrepresented by "Hamas proxies." However, the Hollywood community remains resolute in their stance, with more stars expected to join the boycott. This is a developing story. As new information becomes available, we will provide updates on this breaking news. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*