Η Sony just announced it canceled premiere of The Interview, which was scheduled for 25 in December. The announcement came after hackers' pressure and the decision of the four leading movie theaters not to screen the film.
The statement of the company is as follows:
“In light of the decision by the majority of our exhibitors not to screen The Interview, we have decided not to proceed with the planned 25 December release. We respect and understand the decisions of our partners, and of course, we fully share their utmost interest in the safety of theater workers and friends.
The Sony Pictures has fallen victim to an unprecedented crime attacks at the expense of its employees, customers, as well as its businesses. Those who attacked us stole our intellectual property, private emails, as well as sensitive and proprietary material, tried to destroy our spirit and morale and apparently to thwart the release of a movie they didn't like. We are deeply saddened by this shameless attempt to suppress the distribution of the film, as well as the proceedings damage to our company, our employees, and the American public. We support our filmmakers and their right to free expression and are extremely disappointed by this outcome.”
No one knows whether Sony intends to release the movie later or through another movie theater.
Let's say that North Korea has publicly denied its participation, and the FBI has not yet found any evidence to indicate the country. NBC says US officials have named North Korea as the source of Sony hack.