Monday, June 9, 2025
ADVT 
International

Netflix Rejects Request To Remove Lac-Megantic Images From 'Bird Box'

The Canadian Press, 17 Jan, 2019 08:00 PM

    MONTREAL — Despite a request from the mayor of Lac-Megantic, Que., Netflix is refusing to remove from its movie "Bird Box" footage of the rail explosion that killed 47 people in the town.


    Lac-Megantic mayor Julie Morin says in a statement that she spoke with a representative from the streaming giant today and was assured that the company would work with its partners to ensure the footage is not used in future productions.


    At least two dramas currently on Netflix's Canadian platform, including the hit "Bird Box," briefly use actual footage of the 2013 tragedy. Morin told The Canadian Press this week that she wanted the company to review its catalogue and remove the images.


    Morin says in the statement that following today's conversation, she is satisfied Netflix is sensitive to the recovery of her citizens, many of whom are suffering post-traumatic stress. The company that sold the stock footage of Lac-Megantic to another Netflix production, "Travelers," says it is saddened that images of the tragedy were used for entertainment.


    Pond5 says in a statement that the footage of the disaster was taken out of context. The company says it is contacting all customers who purchased similar footage to ensure they are aware of the sensitivity of the content.

     

    MORE International ARTICLES

    22-Yr-Old Sikh American Taxi Driver Gagandeep Singh Stabbed To death In US

    22-Yr-Old Sikh American Taxi Driver Gagandeep Singh Stabbed To death In US
    A Sikh American man was stabbed to death in his taxi in the US by a 19-year-old who was upset over not getting admission into his choice of university.

    22-Yr-Old Sikh American Taxi Driver Gagandeep Singh Stabbed To death In US

    India, Canada To Jointly Issue Postal Stamps With Diwali As Theme

    India, Canada To Jointly Issue Postal Stamps With Diwali As Theme
    India and Canada will jointly issue two sets of commemorative postage steps on the theme of Diwali, the government announced on Wednesday.

    India, Canada To Jointly Issue Postal Stamps With Diwali As Theme

    Indian-Americans Help In Rescue Operations During 'Hurricane Harvey'

    Indian-Americans Help In Rescue Operations During 'Hurricane Harvey'
    Indian-Americans who are living in safer Texas neighbourhoods are helping people affected by the devastating Hurricane Harvey by offering them shelter, preparing food for thousands and distributing essential relief aid.

    Indian-Americans Help In Rescue Operations During 'Hurricane Harvey'

    Hurricane Harvey: Indian Student Dies In Texas Hospital After Being Rescued From Lake

    Hurricane Harvey: Indian Student Dies In Texas Hospital After Being Rescued From Lake
    Dr Suman Bhatia was home when the phone rang early on Sunday morning. It was a call from a US hospital, with a message that shook the Jaipur lecturer's world.

    Hurricane Harvey: Indian Student Dies In Texas Hospital After Being Rescued From Lake

    Texas Flooding: Indian Students Rescued From Lake Amid Hurricane Critical

    Texas Flooding: Indian Students Rescued From Lake Amid Hurricane Critical
    The Indians, studying at the Texas A&M University, are in a critical condition. They were rescued from the lake, where they had gone swimming, by a police officer on Saturday.

    Texas Flooding: Indian Students Rescued From Lake Amid Hurricane Critical

    B.C. Wildfires Could Leave Bears Hungry As Berries And Grasses Charred: Expert

    B.C. Wildfires Could Leave Bears Hungry As Berries And Grasses Charred: Expert
    KAMLOOPS, B.C. — Wildlife experts are warning British Columbia's severe wildfires could make bears even more troublesome as they fatten up before hibernation.

    B.C. Wildfires Could Leave Bears Hungry As Berries And Grasses Charred: Expert