Walt Disney Studios has warned its new Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, could trigger seizures in people with epilepsy.
On Monday, the company warned that the latest instalment of the film contained several sequences with imagery and sustained flashing lights that may affect those with photosensitive epilepsy.
Disney suggested posting notices at movie theatres to warn viewers of the risk.
“We thank Disney for reaching out to us and proactively providing information to movie theatres and moviegoers in advance to the movie’s release,” the Epilepsy Foundation said in a statement.
The foundation provided the following tips for viewers who are sensitive to lights:
• Ask a friend to watch the movie first;
• Take your friend with you when you go see the film to alert you to which scenes contain the flashing lights so you block your eyes during those scenes;
• Teach your friend the three simple steps of seizure first aid – Stay, Safe, Side – so that they can assist if you have a seizure.
WATCH: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker trailer
More Stories
Sun-El Musician & Msaki Gift Us A Sunset-Inspired Collab Ahead Of Her Music Hiatus
Winners Of 2023 Fleur Du Cap Awards Announced
‘Cape Jay’ Releases New Single And Debut Music Video Rising Artist Drops Latest Track With Stunning Visuals
Amapiano On Spotify: The Power Of Export
Jesse Clegg, Majozi, Ross Learmonth And Other Artists Are Set To Perform At ‘A Big Day Out’ Show In April!
Costa Titch, Focalistic, DBN Gogo, Uncle Waffles, And More, Launch New Amapiano Music Series At Ultra SA
Countdown To The Oscars 2023 Begins
Postponement Of Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2023
Five Local Celebrities Share Their Heartfelt Messages For Mzansi’s Youth
South African Documentary Wins International Ocean Film Festival Innovation Award
Africa: The Next Music Hub For New Talent
Take The Stage Returns To The Waterfront