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Malaysia might BAN Evan Almighty

Written by kaitor on 4:52 AM

Some of Muslim head religious want the government band Evan Almighty. One of the Malaysian newspaper, Utusan Malaysia reported contains of the film is not suitable for Malaysian. There are a few scene can influence the children mind. The main reason for them wants the government band this movie is the story refers to the real story of Prophet Nuh. This story had been manipulate and contempt Islam.

Evan Almighty is a 2007 comedy film, and sequel to the 2003 film Bruce Almighty. It was directed by Tom Shadyac and stars Steve Carell, and Lauren Graham, with Morgan Freeman reprising his role as God. Evan Almighty was released in theaters on June 22, 2007. After jumping from Jim Carrey to Steve Carell as the leading role in the film, production of the film began in January 2006. Several visual effect companies were used to provide CGI for the numerous animals and climatic flood scene at the end of the film.

Director Tom Shadyac focused on ensuring that the film made a positive environmental impact during filming and along with Universal Pictures stressed that the animals' conditions were acceptable despite PETA objections. Evan Almighty was heavily marketed to religious groups and had its premiere on June 10, 2007. An immense budget made the film the most expensive comedy film made to date, and with multiple poor reviews, the film earned $32 million in its opening weekend. Shortly after the film's release, a soundtrack debuted on July 3, 2007.