TikTok permanently banned the 'Musk' film account, potentially suppressing free speech and raising concerns about content control.

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The thread discusses the permanent banning of the 'Musk' film account on TikTok, raising concerns about content suppression. The film's expansion to theaters is mentioned, highlighting the conflict between free speech and platform control.

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Parent: Social Media RegulationEntity: TikTokImpact: negativeDate: Oct 17, 2026Target: TikTok's decision to ban the 'Musk' film account

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RE: https://mastodon.social/@hollywoodreporter/117456866345418732

"TikTok “Permanently Bans” the ‘Musk’ Film Account, Raising Suppression Fears (Exclusive)

Move comes just as Alex Gibney doc film expands to nearly 500 screens. Distributor Bleecker Street says it is appealing."

By Steven Zeitchik
October 17, 2026 8:02am

Link around paywall to The Hollywood Reporter:

https://archive.ph/hylBl

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TikTok "Permanently Bans" the 'Musk' Film Account, Raising Suppression Fears (Exclusive) (Steven Zeitchik/The Hollywood Reporter)

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/politics-news/musk-movie-tiktok-banned-theaters-showtimes-1236734308/
http://www.memeorandum.com/261017/p28#a261017p28

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TikTok “Permanently Suspends” the ‘Musk’ Film Account, Raising Suppression Fears (Exclusive)

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/politics-news/musk-movie-tiktok-banned-theaters-showtimes-1236734308/

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