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Laika and Fathom Take Legal Action to Stop ‘Wildwood’ Screenings at L.A.’s Bruin Theatre

IndieWire·Oct 26, 2026 · 3:39 PM CT
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Laika and distributor Fathom Entertainment say they have taken legal action to stop the newly reopened Bruin Theatre in Westwood from showing "Wildwood," citing concerns about operator Rui Pereira's history of controversial comments and behavior. IndieWire confirmed screenings continued through at least Sunday, and the theater's site still listed daily shows.

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