Billie Eilish Live At The O2…Distributors mess around cinema customers with disgracefully last minute BBFC ratings

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Billie Eilish Live At The O2 is a 2023 US music film by Sam Wrench Starring Billie Eilish Well ahead of the film’s release, cinemas sold tickets with the expectation of a 12A rating. A disgracefully last minute announcement of a BBFC 15 rating caused disappointment and led to ticket cancellations (and hopefully refunds).  The distributors, Trafalgar Releasing, responded by an 11th hour resubmission with the word ‘motherfucker’ deleted and a reference to pornography removed. This time round the BBFC confirmed the required 12A rating. It is unclear as to why the cinema industry wants to mess round its customers, but perhaps it is about time that official age ratings should be announced before ticket sales commence. Summary Notes Join fans around the world in experiencing the never-before-seen extended cut version of Billie’s Grammy-nominated concert film. Versions core_wide_else_narrow_blockquote_p(); pre-cut cut: ~12s run: 98:43s pal: 94:46s UK: A pre-cut version was passed 12A for infrequent strong language, moderate sex references: 2023 cinema release titled Billie Eilish Live At The 02 (Extended Cut) BBFC ratings info reveals that: the use of the word ‘motherfucker’ was removed by the distributor that one or more references to pornography were reduced to a single reference uncut run: 98:55s pal: 94:58s UK: Passed 15 uncut for strong language: 2023 cinema release titled Billie Eilish Live At The O2 (Extended Cut)

I Spit on Your Grave…The British Board of Film Censors continues its cuts

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I Spit on Your Grave is a 1978 US horror thriller by Meir Zarchi Starring Camille Keaton, Eron Tabor and Richard Pace       The film was banned as one of the most notable video nasties in 1983. It was unbanned after massive 7m:02s of BBFC cuts for 2001 and 2006 DVD. These cuts were reduced to 2m:54s in 2010, and to 1m:41s for 2020 Blu-ray. Cut again by the BBFC for 4K Blu-ray in 2022. Cut in the US for an R rating but MPAA Unrated releases are uncut.See full BBFC cuts history in article from melonfarmers.co.uk Summary Notes Oozing with confidence and the air of a big-city girl, the talented short-story author, Jennifer Hills, arrives in verdant Kent, Connecticut, to take a break from the hustle and bustle of New York City, and write her first novel. But, there, holed up in her secluded riverside cabin, Jennifer is utterly unaware that she has already caught the eye of violent Johnny and his misogynistic jackals, who are hell-bent on having their way with the unsuspecting visitor. And before long, poor Jennifer is sexually assaulted over and over again and left for dead. But, Jennifer is a hard nut to crack, and her fierce will to survive will pave the way for a relentless mission of vengeance. Now, no one is safe. Who can stop Jennifer from tasting the ambrosial nectar of revenge? Versions core_wide_else_narrow(“ “,” “); advised cuts cut: run: 98m pal: 94m UK: Passed 18 for sexual violence, sadistic violence, nudity after unspecified BBFC advised but compulsory cuts: 2022 Kaleidoscope Collector’s Edition R0 4K Blu-ray/(RB) Blu-ray Combo at UK Amazon The BBFC commented: This submission of the film was originally seen for advice. The company was advised that compulsory cuts to reduce scenes of sexual violence would be necessary, in order to achieve an 18 rating. When the film was submitted for formal classification, the shots in question had been removed and the film was classified 18. uncut run: 101:05s pal: 97:02s Germany US: Uncut and MPAA Unrated for: 2022 Ronin Flix R0 4K Blu-ray/(R0) Blu-ray Combo at US Amazon #ad 2019 Deja Vu R1 DVD at US Amazon 2011 Anchor Bay R1 DVD via UK Amazon and via US Amazon Germany: Uncut for: ILLUSIONS RB Blu-ray at UK Amazon core_wide_else_narrow(“ “,” “); Promotional Material I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE, the film that infamously changed the face of cinema forever, is back for the first time in stunning 4K ULTRA HD, restored and remastered in 2021, as part of a 3-disc Collector’s Edition boxset, showcasing incredible bonus features (including new and specially commissioned extras) totalling NINE HOURS of content. The set is packaged with new artwork in a premium O-ring boxset and inside includes four high quality art cards. Re-experience the original controversial hit I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE in 4K UHD and Blu-ray, a cult phenomenon that influenced an entire genre and generation of filmmakers, with audio commentaries by director Meir Zarchi and critic Joe Bob Briggs, and a brand-new interview from film historian Chris Poggiali. Also included is the official feature documentary GROWING UP WITH I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE on Blu-Ray. A must-see for fans of the series and horror films alike, uncover the fascinating history of the classic that shocked and divided the world as told by Terry Zarchi (son of the franchise creator) with behind-the-scenes footage and exclusive interviews. Updated Extras: Premium boxset including four art cards I Spit on Your Grave 4K UHD & BD Growing Up with I Spit on Your Grave BD Audio Commentaries from director Meir Zarchi and critic Joe Bob Briggs Interview with film historian Chris Poggiali (BRAND NEW) Home Movie – Camille & Meir’s Wedding (NEW TO UK) Locations of I Spit on Your Grave (NEW TO UK) The Values of Vengeance: Meir Zarchi Remembers I Spit on Your Grave Alternate Opening Title Theatrical Trailers TV Spots Radio Spots Still Gallery Deleted Scenes Terry Zarchi’s 8mm film starring Camille Keaton

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It…the latest film cut for its UK cinema release

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The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It is a 2021 USA horror mystery thriller by Michael Chaves Starring Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson and Julian Hilliard Uncut and MPA R rated in the US. This was initially rated 18 uncut, by the BBFC but the distributors preferred a cut 15 rated version for 2021 cinema release. The film is rated 16 uncut by IFCO for Irish cinema release. Summary Notes A chilling story of terror, murder and unknown evil that shocked even experienced real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. One of the most sensational cases from their files, it starts with a fight for the soul of a young boy, then takes them beyond anything they’d ever seen before, to mark the first time in U.S. history that a murder suspect would claim demonic possession as a defense. Versions core_wide_else_narrow_blockquote_p(); category cuts cut: run: 113m pal: 108m UK: Passed 15 for strong threat, horror, violence after BBFC category cuts: 2021 cinema release The BBFC commented: The distributor chose to reduce bloody injury detail in a suicide scene in order to obtain a 15 classification. An uncut 18 classification was available. Of course the BBFC is referring to vertical wrist slitting which is disallowed at 15. uncut run: 113m pal: 108m Ireland UK: Passed 18 uncut for strong injury detail, horror: 2021 cinema release, unreleased as the distributors opted for a cut 15 release Ireland: Rated 16 uncut for very strong gory violence. It is reported that the Irish 16 rated cinema release is the uncut version running at 111:44s US: Uncut and MPA R rated for terror, violence and some disturbing images. core_wide_else_narrow_endblockquote_p();

Tenet…The latest cinema film suffering category cuts for its 12A rated UK cinema release

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Tenet is a 2020 UK / USA action Sci-Fi thriller by Christopher Nolan. Starring John David Washington, Robert Pattinson and Elizabeth Debicki. Armed with only one word — Tenet — and fighting for the survival of the entire world, the Protagonist journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a mission that will unfold in something beyond real time. The film has been cut in the UK for a 12A rated cinema release. The BBFC passed the film 12A for moderate violence, threat, domestic abuse, infrequent strong language after BBFC advised pre-cuts. The BBFC commented: This film was originally seen for advice. The company was advised it was likely to be classified 15 uncut but that their preferred 12A classification could be obtained by making small changes to one scene to remove shots of a man kicking a woman. When the film was submitted for formal classification, the shots in question had been removed and the film was classified 12A. In the US the film was MPA PG-13 rated for intense sequences of violence and action, some suggestive references and brief strong language. Presumably the US release is uncut, but as the film is a UK/US co-production it is remotely possible that the cuts have been made to a common version.

Brightburn…The latest UK cinema release suffering BBFC advised category cuts for a 15 rating

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Brightburn is a 2019 USA Sci-Fi horror thriller by David Yarovesky. Starring Elizabeth Banks, David Denman and Matt Jones. UK: Passed 15 for strong gory injury detail, violence, language after BBFC advised pre-cuts ( 90:12s ) : 2019 cinema release The BBFC commented: This film was originally seen for advice at which stage the company was informed it was likely to be classified 18 uncut but that their preferred 15 classification could be achieved by making reductions to two scenes featuring both strong gory images and a dwelling on the infliction of pain and injury. When the film was submitted for formal classification these scenes had been acceptably reduced. Summary Notes What if a child from another world crash-landed on Earth, but instead of becoming a hero to mankind, he proved to be something far more sinister?

Aquaman…Dampeners for the UK cinema release as the film is cut for a 12A rating

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Aquaman is a 2018 Australia / USA action Sci-Fi fantasy by James Wan. Starring Jason Momoa, Amber Heard and Nicole Kidman. Arthur Curry learns that he is the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis, and must step forward to lead his people and be a hero to the world. The UK cinema release has been cut for a 12A rating. 2D and 3D versions were passed 12A for moderate violence, scenes of sustained threat after BBFC advised pre-cuts: advised pre-cuts: The BBFC commented: This work was originally seen for advice. The company was advised the film was likely to be classified 15 but that their preferred 12A classification could be achieved by removing bloody detail. When the film was submitted for formal classification the bloody detail had been removed and the film was classified 12A. Meanwhile in the US the film was rated MPAA PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi violence and action, and for some language. Update: Pools of blood 24th December 2018. Thanks to ThatFilmGuy I went to go see Aquaman last week (in the UK) and aware of the cuts made in post production I watched an online copy of the US PG-13 version of the film to work out what was cut. The scene in question occurs at 1 hour and 28 minutes into the film; in the US version Aquaman is stabbed in the shoulder by Black Manta following which a small red patch appears, in the UK version the small red patch was removed. After this Aquaman is slashed in the back following which a small blood spurt is seen again this blood spurt was removed digitally. Also some foreign releases I saw this year were noticeably pre-cut by the distributor before being submitted to the BBFC (similarly to Bumblebee the BBFC marks these as uncut) these films in question being: Baaghi 2 (which was pre-cut by around 1 or 2 minutes for violence and drug use) and Maari 2 (which was pre-cut by around 3 minutes for violence) I have compared these to the International releases online which include the aforementioned footage cut from the film in the UK. =

Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid…BBFC animal cruelty cuts required for a 2018 cinema releas

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Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid is a 1969 USA crime western biography by George Roy Hill. Starring Paul Newman, Robert Redford and Katharine Ross. Butch and Sundance are the two leaders of the Hole-in-the-Wall Gang. Butch is all ideas, Sundance is all action and skill. The west is becoming civilized, and when Butch and Sundance rob a train once too often, a special posse begins trailing them no matter where they run. Over rocks, through towns, across rivers, the group is always just behind them. When they finally escape through sheer luck, Butch has another idea, “Let’s go to Bolivia”. Based on the exploits of the historical characters. Uncut for 1969 cinema release and VHS releases but animal cruelty cuts were required by the BBFC for 2018 cinema release. The BBFC commented: Cut required to remove a scene of deliberate animal cruelty staged for the film (an animal being tripped using wires in a dangerous fashion).

Aquaman…Dampeners for the UK cinema release as the film is cut for a 12A rating

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Aquaman is a 2018 Australia / USA action Sci-Fi fantasy by James Wan. Starring Jason Momoa, Amber Heard and Nicole Kidman. Arthur Curry learns that he is the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis, and must step forward to lead his people and be a hero to the world. The UK cinema release has been cut for a 12A rating. 2D and 3D versions were passed 12A for moderate violence, scenes of sustained threat after BBFC advised pre-cuts: advised pre-cuts: The BBFC commented: This work was originally seen for advice. The company was advised the film was likely to be classified 15 but that their preferred 12A classification could be achieved by removing bloody detail. When the film was submitted for formal classification the bloody detail had been removed and the film was classified 12A. Meanwhile in the US the film was rated MPAA PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi violence and action, and for some language.

Smallfoot, the latest film to suffer category cuts for cinema release…Yetis go out in search of humans, strange and mythical creatures that can be reduced to a blubbering heap by the sound of a four letter word

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Smallfoot is a 2018 USA children’s cartoon comedy by Karey Kirkpatrick and Jason Reisig (co-director). Starring Zendaya, Channing Tatum and Gina Rodriguez. The film has just been passed U for very mild threat, rude humour, language after BBFC category cuts for 2018 cinema release. The film was originally passed PG uncut for infrequent mild bad language, but 10 days later the film was passed U after a cut for category. The BBFC commented: Company chose to remove a single use of mild bad language (‘crap’) in order to obtain a U classification. An uncut PG classification was available. Summary Notes A Yeti is convinced that the elusive creatures known as “humans” really do exist.

Edward Scissorhands…Gavin Salkeld’s Quick Trims reveals BBFC category cuts for a PG rating

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Edward Scissorhands is a 1990 USA romance by Tim Burton. Starring Johnny Depp, Winona Ryder and Dianne Wiest. BBFC category cuts were required for a ‘PG’ rated cinema release in 1991 See these cuts in Cutting Edge Quick Trims video on YouTube