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Walt Disney Co. has barred its Miramax film studio from distributing a documentary by director Michael Moore that is critical of President Bush, Moore said on Wednesday.

The film, “Fahrenheit 9/11,” focuses on how the Bush administration responded to the hijacking attacks on Sept. 11 and on ties between the Bush family and prominent Saudis, including the family of Osama bin Laden.

Miramax spokesman Matthew Hiltzik declined to comment on Disney’s actions. But he said, “We’re discussing the issue with Disney. We’re looking at all of our options and look forward to resolving this amicably.”

Disney was not immediately available for comment.