Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film over Nastassja Kinski topless scene
Director Wim Wenders has withdrawn his 1975 film 'Wrong Move' from distribution following criticism regarding a topless scene featuring a 13-year-old Nastassja Kinski. Wenders apologized, acknowledging that the actress should have been better protected during production.
Why it matters
The incident highlights evolving ethical standards in the film industry regarding the treatment of child actors and the retrospective reassessment of historical works.
Nastassja Kinski (Cover Images) Wim Wenders (Cover Images) Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film over Nastassja Kinski topless scene 1 of 2 Nastassja Kinski (Cover Images) Wim Wenders has withdrawn his 1975 film Wrong Move from circulation. The German director, known for a slew of award-winning films including Wings of Desire, Paris, Texas, and Buena Vista Social Club, removed the film because of a scene featuring a child actor topless.
The article provides a balanced account of the controversy, including statements from both the director and the actress.
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