White House 'pleased' Sony is looking for ways to distribute movie after cyberattack

The White House on Saturday said it was “pleased” that Sony is looking at ways to distribute the movie “The Interview,” after company executives cancelled cinema showings in the wake of a massive and damaging cyberattack.

"We are pleased to hear that Sony is actively working to distribute the film,” said Deputy Press Secretary Eric Schultz. “People should be able to decide for themselves whether or not they would like to see it."

He also said the White House never discussed distribution of the movie with Sony prior to the company's decision Friday to cancel the release.

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