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Chinese Censors Change Ending of Latest ‘Minions’ Movie

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People dressed as the characters Bob, Otto, Stuart, and Kevin pose on the red carpet for "Minions: The Rise of Gru" at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on June 25, 2022. David Swanson/Reuters
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8/23/2022|Updated: 8/23/2022

SHANGHAI—Censors have altered the ending of the recent animated film “Minions: The Rise of Gru” for its domestic release in China, social media users across the country noticed over the weekend.

The editing is yet another example of Chinese authorities editing a popular Hollywood film to make it more politically correct, leading some viewers to lament the changes.

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