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A lawyer files a suit against Netflix, saying its docudrama aims to "distort the Egyptian identity".

A top archaeologist insisted Cleopatra was "light-skinned, not black".

Many Egyptians are furious that Netflix's new series depicts its titular "Queen Cleopatra" as Black despite the ancient ruler's well-known Greek heritage.

Critics of the series ‘Queen Cleopatra’ say it amounts to cultural appropriation of Egyptian heritage.

Critics say producer Jada Pinkett Smith and the streaming platform should center the stories of historical Black women instead of rewriting history.

Actress Adele James commented to controversy regarding her casting for the upcoming historical drama “Queen Cleopatra”, produced by Netflix, which brought complaints that a black woman was not correct for the role of Cleopatra.

Will Smith, African American, wife, Cleopatra

Will Smith, African American, wife, Cleopatra

Here's everything you need to know about Jada Pinkett Smith's latest Netflix documentary, Queen Cleopatra.

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