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Old 1st May 2010, 12:04 AM
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Even so, it's a vastly superior classification body than the MPAA.
Yeah, but an MPAA classification is not a legal requirement for release - an Unrated film can still be distributed. I find the legal obligation to pay for the absolute services of the BBFC somewhat Draconian.
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Old 1st May 2010, 12:52 AM
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Yeah, but an MPAA classification is not a legal requirement for release - an Unrated film can still be distributed. I find the legal obligation to pay for the absolute services of the BBFC somewhat Draconian.
Ditto.
I prefer the US system where they can release unrated DVDs.
At lease then we can see the directors intended vision at least on DVD if not in the cinema.
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Old 1st May 2010, 11:41 AM
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The ability to release DVDs and films as 'unrated' is a fantastic option and one that would be fantastic to have in the UK but, when it comes to theatrical releases, I'd rather have the BBFC than the MPAA.

The documentary This Film Is Not yet Rated was extremely revealing on the MPAA's shortcomings and makes the BBFC look incredibly good by comparison.
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Old 1st May 2010, 12:37 PM
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Plus, they're VERY strict on showing nudity in the US.
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Old 1st May 2010, 12:51 PM
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The BBFC certainly are far better than the MPAA. But, personally, I find them both pointless organisations as far as censorship is concerned. By all means classify - but to give a select group of individuals God-like powers over what we can and cannot see is utterly ridiculous. And also, as pointed out, there is no unrated alternative for UK distributors. No, those folks at Soho Square have to decide, on my behalf, what I can watch. Thank God the BBFC are more liberal these days, that's something at least.
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Thank God the BBFC are more liberal these days, that's something at least.
I totally agree and be grateful for small mercies is what i say.

We all know if the much maligned James Ferman was still breathing we'd be complaining a hell of a lot more. Our venom would still be spitting constantly!

I'd rather have the current band of butchers at Soho Square ruling the roost as opposed to not-so jolly Jim and his foolish followers.

Imo the present censorious climate in the U.K. is the best it's been since the good 'ol pre-VRA days. In the case of some films today's situation is even better than way back when!

God only knows Ferman must be spinning in his eternal slumber!
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We all know if the much maligned James Ferman was still breathing we'd be complaining a hell of a lot more. Our venom would still be spitting constantly!
If Ferman was still censor today, releasing films such as New York Ripper or Late Night Trains would be pretty pointless.
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Old 1st May 2010, 07:45 PM
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If Ferman was still censor today, releasing films such as New York Ripper or Late Night Trains would be pretty pointless.
The guy was an idiot. Wasn't he some kind of failed film director? The sad thing was, this deluded goon actually seemed to think he was improving the quality of the ( many ) films he cut.

The BBFC have come on in leaps and bounds since then and I do genuinely believe they will pretty much do everything not to cut a film ( the complete opposite to Ferman's era ).

I'm all for classification, but I believe the BBFC should have lower fees for smaller labels and that all '18' rated movies shoud be left uncut.
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The guy was an idiot. Wasn't he some kind of failed film director? The sad thing was, this deluded goon actually seemed to think he was improving the quality of the ( many ) films he cut.

The BBFC have come on in leaps and bounds since then and I do genuinely believe they will pretty much do everything not to cut a film ( the complete opposite to Ferman's era ).

I'm all for classification, but I believe the BBFC should have lower fees for smaller labels and that all '18' rated movies shoud be left uncut.
I agree. Ferman was a fool end of

I do also agree that the BBFC is far better then it was in the Ferman days, all they need to do now is to introduce unrated classifications on dvds.
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If Ferman was still censor today, releasing films such as New York Ripper or Late Night Trains would be pretty pointless.
I dread to think what a mess he would have made of those two titles or even most of Shameless' releases. Can you imagine Roger Ferman considering passing Killer Nun or Baba Yaga uncut!?
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