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Almodóvar Slams Trump, Defends Immigrants at Chaplin Award

4/29/2025

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Pedro Almodóvar delivered a powerful critique of Donald Trump while accepting the Chaplin Award at Lincoln Center, labeling him a "narcissistic authority" and a "catastrophe" for humanity. He passionately defended immigrants, denouncing their portrayal as criminals, and condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Almodóvar also voiced alarm over a looming nationwide blackout in Spain, highlighting pressing global issues.

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Pedro Almodóvar delivered a powerful critique of Donald Trump while accepting the Chaplin Award at Lincoln Center, labeling him a "narcissistic authority" and a "catastrophe" for humanity. He passionately defended immigrants, denouncing their portrayal as criminals, and condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Almodóvar also voiced alarm over a looming nationwide blackout in Spain, highlighting pressing global issues.