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The glandular-to-press relationship has been strained, with Hollywood tightening restrictions to prevent unflattering questions and unscripted moments. While this might seem like a standard practice, critics argue it erodes journalistic integrity and turns the media into mere cheerleaders rather than watchdogs.
Particularly revealing is Disney’s approach to the Snow White press events, which are heavily curated to promote a family-friendly, celebratory tone. The Hollywood premiere in Los Angeles remains largely untouched—attended by select outlets, notably Good Morning America and The Tonight Show—but the UK premiere was outright canceled, and journalists have been barred from attending, especially in the U.S.