AMC pulls “anti-trans” documentary ‘No Way Back’ from cinemas following backlash

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No Way Back: The Reality Of Gender-Affirming Care following criticism.The film is described as the “definitive documentary on detransition” and follows five young people who discuss the medical care they’ve received for gender dysphoria.According to a press release, it takes a “non-religious, non-political, and non-ideological look on the subject of gender-affirmative medical practises, the risks and side effects of cross-sex hormones, surgeries, and the long-term health implications of gender medicalisation”.Following the announcement earlier this month that AMC theaters would screen the film from June 21, LGBTQ+ organisation The Queer Trans Project called for people to protest against screenings of the “anti-trans” film to combat “the spread of misinformation” about gender-affirming care.

A Change.org petition received over 2,500 signatures.On Saturday (June 17), The Queer Trans Project shared that their efforts were successful on Instagram. “We did it!

Our community’s swift action is a testament to the power of advocacy and the importance of raising our voices against harmful content,” the organisation wrote.A post shared by The Queer Trans Project (@queertransproject)“Your collective efforts have made a significant impact, and the decision to pull No Way Back from AMC theaters is a step towards fostering a more inclusive and respectful environment.

Thank you for your dedication and commitment to creating positive change.”In a statement from the film’s production company Deplorable Films, who describe themselves as “not Hollywoke”, the makers reject claims that the film is “anti-trans” or “right wing”.