Why shame is nc 17

The rating was delivered for "some explicit sexual content," designating that no one under 17 is to be admitted under any circumstances. In years past this might have doomed the film as a commercial failure or led to recuts, but things are a bit different with Shame.

Of course, the proof will be in the pudding when the movie opens later this year. As for Fox Searchlight, they plan to essentially use word of mouth and targeted marketing to get the word out for the movie they plan to position a big Oscar campaign for best picture, director, actor, supporting actress, cinematography and original screenplay.

The movie first start its journey with a limited release — likely New York and Los Angeles — with an all audiences green band trailer being prepped to play in front of R-rated movies. I have faith that the academy is more progressive than people give it credit for. The ironic thing is that "Shame," for all its graphic nudity, isn't a sexy or titillating film. It's a film ultimately about a damaged and lonely man, punishing himself in sex-obsessed contemporary times.

Often is the case with films and movies is you're seeing a movie reality rather than an actual reality. What I wanted to project on to the screen is an actual reality and I think that's why people are talking about it, not necessarily because of the sex. IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Share this —. Follow today. Film 'sparked censorship debate'. Shame - Fox Searchlight. National Association of Theatre Owners. Motion Picture Association of America.

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