Controversy Surrounds Netflix's Portrayal of Queen Cleopatra.

Netflix's upcoming "docudrama" about Queen Cleopatra, produced by Jada Pinkett Smith and starring Adele James as the queen, has drawn criticism from some Egyptians who believe the film is appropriating their culture and rewriting their history. The controversy centers around the portrayal of Cleopatra as a Black woman, with some Egyptians arguing that it is part of an elaborate scheme to "blackwash" their ancient history. The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has criticized the casting decision, stating that Cleopatra had light skin and Greek features.