The Demoniacs…1973 French/Belgian horror by Jean Rollin, previously cut by the BBFC, set for UK 4K Blu-ray release on 22nd April 2024 now uncut with a long extended version

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The Demoniacs is a 1973 French/Belgian horror by Jean Rollin. With Joëlle Coeur, Willy Braque and Paul Bisciglia. Cut by the BBFC for 18 rated UK DVD releases. Later the Extended Version was passed 18 uncut for Blu-ray. There are 2 cut variants in the US with one that claims that it is Director Approved. Summary Notes A gang of pirates rape the two sole survivors of a ship wreck. The violated girls are rescued by the strange inhabitants of a supposedly haunted island, where they are granted supernatural powers to strike revenge against the pirates. UK: Uncut and BBFC 18 rated for sexual violence, strong sex, nudity: 2024 Powerhouse Films Limited Edition (Theatrical + Extended Version + Curse of the Living Dead) R0 4K Blu-ray at UK Amazon #ad released on 22nd April 2024 2024 Powerhouse Films Limited Edition (Theatrical + Extended Version + Curse of the Living Dead) R0 Blu-ray at UK Amazon #ad released on 22nd April 2024 Promotional Material “The Demoniacs (Les Démoniaques) sees director Jean Rollin eschew his regular subject of vampirism for a brutal nautical tale of ritual horror and supernatural vengeance. A gang of ruthless pirates, known as ‘the wreckers’, rape two survivors of a shipwreck. The women, now mute, are guided by a mysterious clown to a ruined castle, where they receive magical powers with which to exact their revenge on the gang. Starring Joëlle Coeur (Schoolgirl Hitchhikers), John Rico (Blood Orgy of the She-Devils), Willy Braque (Lips of Blood), and Mireille Dargent (The Iron Rose), The Demoniacs is one of its director’s most shocking and violent tales of the fantastique.” Extras “INDICATOR LIMITED EDITION 4K UHD SPECIAL FEATURES Brand-new 4K HDR restoration from the original negative by Powerhouse Films 4K (2160p) UHD presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) Three presentations of the film: the original theatrical version; the longer, explicit export version; and Curse of the Living Dead, the alternative English-language cut Original mono audio Audio commentary with film expert Tim Lucas (2024) Selected scenes commentary with Jean Rollin (2005) Jean Rollin Introduces ‘The Demoniacs’ (1998) One of the Demoniacs (2024): new presentation of an interview with regular Rollin collaborator Jean-Pierre Bouyxou Newly edited archival interview with actor Willy Braque (2024) Critical appreciation by author and musician Stephen Thrower (2024) Outtake footage Original theatrical trailer Image gallery: promotional and publicity material, and behind the scenes New and improved English translation subtitles New and improved English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing for Curse of the Living Dead Limited edition exclusive 80-page book with a new essay by Alexandra Heller-Nicholas, an archival piece on the making of the film by Jean Rollin, an archival interview with Rollin, an archival interview with actor Monica Swinn, and full film credits. World premiere on 4K UHD Limited edition of 10,000 individually numbered units (6,000 4K UHDs and 4,000 Blu-rays) for the UK and US All extras subject to change”

House On The Edge Of The Park…1980 Italian video nasty by Ruggero Deodato just passed 18 uncut by the BBFC

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House On The Edge Of The Park is a 1980 Italy horror thriller by Ruggero Deodato Starring David Hess, Annie Belle and Christian Borromeo Alex, a psychopathic mechanic, rapes a woman in the park. Later, a debauched couple pull into his shop needing car repair. They invite Alex and his mentally challenged buddy to join them at a decadent suburban party. Once there, Alex amuses himself by raping the guests and tormenting them in various ways. House on the Edge of the Park has just been passed 18 uncut by the BBFC for an 88 Films release advertised as the Uncut Nasty Edition. The film has a long history of censorship in the UK: Banned by the BBFC for 1981 cinema release. Banned as a video nasty in 1983. Unbanned after 12 minutes of cuts in 2002. Cuts reduced to 43s in 2011, and then uncut for 2022 Blu-ray. Uncut and MPAA Unrated in the US.

Paranoia Agent…MVD announces that its forthcoming Blu-ray will be uncut after previous BBFC cuts have been waived

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Paranoia Agent is a 2004 Japan TV animation horror Starring Shôzô Îzuka,Toshihiko, Seki,Michael, McConnohie Seemingly unconnected citizens of Tokyo are targeted for bludgeoning by a boy with a golden baseball bat. As detectives try to link the victims, they discover that following the assaults, the victims’ lives have improved in some way. The previous DVD release of Paranoia Agent was notably censored by the BBFC when in 2006 they demanded cuts to an adults only rated episode featuring a hanging scene depicting an unsuccessful attempt by a young girl to hang herself. Now the distributor MVD has just tweeted that an April 19th 2021 Blu-ray will be uncut: We’re happy to announce our upcoming Collector’s Edition Blu-Ray release of Satoshi Kon’s Paranoia Agent will be fully uncut! Previous BBFC cuts from 2006 See article from animenewsnetwork.com The BBFC requested the compulsory cut to the eighth part of Paranoia Agent, called Happy Family Planning. This a mostly self-contained story, a macabre black comedy. The story involves three people who meet online, intending to kill themselves together. Two of the trio are adult men, but they’re shocked to realise the third person is a preteen girl, who seems to regard suicide as a game. In one scene, the three characters try to hang themselves in the mountain. In the unedited episode, the girl is shown bouncing happily up and down with the rope around her neck, chanting Swing! Swing! (finally, she breaks the tree branch, sending them all tumbling). However, this scene, lasting 80 seconds, was cut entirely from the UK DVD of the episode, following the ruling by the BBFC. Responding to inquiries about the cut in the past, the BBFC has made its reasoning clear. Although the relevant DVD was rated 18, the BBFC still judged that the scene of a child enjoying being hanged was irresponsible and harmful, and that underage children could be influenced by the scene.

Lords of Chaos…The Christian Institute calls for a ban of a film about black metal mayhem in Norway

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Lords of Chaos is a UK / Sweden thriller by Jonas Åkerlund. Starring Rory Culkin, Emory Cohen and Sky Ferreira. A teenager’s quest to launch Norwegian Black Metal in Oslo in the 1980s Members of the Norwegian death metal band perform a series of increasingly shocking publicity stunts leading to a very violent outcome. It is based on real-life band Mayhem, and includes scenes of murder including the brutal killing of a homosexual man – and the burning of churches by satanists. The latest most controversial film ever has been passed 18 uncut by the BBFC for s trong bloody violence, gore, suicide. According to the Telegraph the BBFC are understood to have been so concerned about the film that it was reviewed at the highest levels and suicide prevention experts were consulted before it was approved for an 18 certificate. The Telegraph suggests the US film censors at the MPAA were similarly concerned before rating it R for strong brutal violence, disturbing behavior, grisly images, strong sexuality, nudity, and pervasive language. The BBFC said the film did not glamorise self-harm and that there was no reason to think the film would have a damaging effect on adults who chose to view it – although some might find it distressing. Church groups have, however, have called for it to be banned. Speaking to The Telegraph, Simon Calvert, deputy director of The Christian Institute, said he was surprised the film had not been banned given the recent discussion about self-harm. He said: In the current climate of concern over self-harm and suicide, you would have thought there might have been more consideration of the risk that vulnerable people might imitate what they see. The distributors ought to be asking themselves if it is worth this risk.’ The film is being distributed in the United Kingdom by Arrow Films and will be released in cinemas on 29th March.

Death Wish…2017 USA action crime thriller by Eli Roth just released uncut on UK Blu-ray and DVD

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Death Wish is a 2017 USA action crime thriller by Eli Roth. Starring Bruce Willis, Vincent D’Onofrio and Elisabeth Shue. BBFC category cuts were required for a 15 rated cinema release in 2018. Uncut and MPAA R rated in the US. The UK home video will be uncut and 18 rated. The same version has been rated 15 by Ireland’s IFCO. UK: Passed 18 uncut for strong violence, scene of torture for: 2018 Universal Pictures UK R0 Blu-ray at UK Amazon released on 6th August 2018 2018 Universal Pictures UK R2 DVD at UK Amazon released on 6th August 2018 Ireland: Passed 15 uncut Thanks to Ben who spotted that the same DVD and Blu-ray release shared with the UK has been rated 15 uncut by IFCO. The running time tallies with the uncut version and IFCO comments passed 15 uncut for Strong violence, threat and gory injury. See rating from ifco.ie. Update: The UK release is 18 rated and the Irish 15 rating has been dropped from the cover, maybe it was considered confusing to have both an 18 and 15 rating. UK Censorship History BBFC category cuts were required for a 15 rated cinema release in 2018. Uncut and MPAA R rated in the US. The UK home video will be uncut and has been rated 15 by Ireland’s IFCO. Promotional Material Bruce Willis stars in Director Eli Roth’s reimagining of the 1974 revenge thriller Death Wish. Dr. Paul Kersey (Willis) is a surgeon who only sees the aftermath of his city’s violence as it’s rushed into his ER — until his wife (Elisabeth Shue) and college-age daughter (Camila Morrone) are viciously attacked in their suburban home. With the police overloaded with crimes, Paul, burning for revenge, hunts for his family’s assailants to deliver justice. As the anonymous slayings of criminals grab the media’s attention, the city wonders if this deadly avenger is a guardian angel…or a grim reaper. Fury and fate collide in the intense action-thriller Death Wish.

The Equalizer…2014 USA action crime thriller by Antoine Fuqua set for UK Blu-ray/DVD Combo release on 30th July 2018 seemingly uncut

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The Equalizer is a 2014 USA action crime thriller by Antoine Fuqua. Starring Denzel Washington, Marton Csokas and Chloë Grace Moretz. BBFC advised category cuts for a 15 rated 2014 cinema and home video release. It looks likely that the 2018 4k Blu-ray is uncut. Uncut and MPAA R rated in the US. UK: BBFC details not yet published for: 2018 Sony Pictures R0 4k Blu-ray at UK Amazon released on 30th July 2018 Sony have published cover art with an 18 rating for strong bloody violence. There’s no sign of an 18 rated version in the BBFC database, but the disk is clearly intended for international distribution and must surely be the uncut version. Promotional Material Synopsis McCall (Denzel Washington) has put his mysterious past behind him and is dedicated to living a new, quiet life. But when he meets Teri (Chloe Grace Moretz), a young girl under the control of ultra-violent Russian gangsters, he can’t stand idly by. Armed with hidden skills that allow him to serve vengeance against anyone who would brutalize the helpless, McCall comes out of his self-imposed retirement and finds his desire for justice reawakened. If someone has a problem; if the odds are stacked against them; if they have nowhere else to turn: McCall will help. He is The Equalizer. Special Features Special features are presented in SD or HD resolution. 4K ULTRA HD DISC SPECIAL FEATURES* *Some of the information listed here may not apply to Special Features on the Blu-ray Disc ALL NEW – 5 Never-Before-Seen Deleted Scenes featuring McCall’s Epilogue teasing THE EQUALIZER 2 A Villain’s Psychosis featurette Boston: On Location featurette A Modern Hero featurette Joining Forces Again: Denzel Washington and Antoine Fuqua featurette Playing the Part: The Cast of The Equalizer featurette The Home Mart Advantage: The Action of The Equalizer featurette BLU-RAY DISC SPECIAL FEATURES Vengeance Mode with Denzel Washington and Antoine Fuqua 6 Featurettes Photo Gallery Versions uncut ~132:00s UK: BBFC details not yet published for: 2018 Sony Pictures R0 4k Blu-ray/R0 Blu-ray Combo at UK Amazon Sony have published cover art with an 18 rating for strong bloody violence. There’s no sign of an 18 rated version in the BBFC database ,but the disk is clearly intended for international distribution and must surely be the uncut version.

Hyping Show Dogs, starting in cinemas this week…The Daily Mail publishes a few whinges calling for a dog’s bollocks to be cut out

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The Daily Mail is hyping some cinema ‘outrage’ about a new children’s film opening this week, Show Dogs . The Mail writes: Parents have reacted with fury after British cinemas are still showing scenes from Hollywood film Show Dogs that were banned in America months ago because they were deemed inappropriate for children. The film features scenes touch in hyper sensitivity of PC extremists about consent and touching relating to dogs bollocks. In one scene the dog has his genitals inspected and is told to go to a zen place and in a later scene urged to overcome his resistance to being touched so he can become a champion. Moralist campaigners first raised concerns about the scenes in the United States and Global Road Entertainment, who distribute the scene said it decided to remove two scenes from the film ‘Show Dogs that some have deemed not appropriate for children.’ Of course the British ‘outrage’ is pretty minimal and was spotted mostly in a few angry tweets. One mother from north London, who asked to remain anonymous, told MailOnline: Expecting that the scenes had been cut I didn’t think twice about taking my four-year-old. So it was quite shocking to discover that the scenes appeared to still be in there – with one of the dog characters being coached to go to their ‘zen place when the judges were going to inspect their genitals. This was repeated a second time towards the end of the film, when the character of Max the dog has the inspection. It wasn’t a packed viewing but a few of the parents of the younger children immediately covered their ears and asked them to look away. Annoyed parents have also been in contact with the BBFC about the contentious scenes. The BBFC responded that the scenes are entirely innocent, non sexual and occur with in the clear context of preparing for and judging in a dog show

Death Wish…2017 USA action crime thriller by Eli Roth set for uncut UK Blu-ray and DVD release on 6th August 2018 and its already been passed 15 by Ireland’s IFCO

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Death Wish is a 2017 USA action crime thriller by Eli Roth. Starring Bruce Willis, Vincent D’Onofrio and Elisabeth Shue. UK: BBFC details not yet published for the promised Uncut Version for: 2018 Universal Pictures UK R0 Blu-ray at UK Amazon released on 6th August 2018 2018 Universal Pictures UK R2 DVD at UK Amazon released on 6th August 2018 Ireland: Passed 15 uncut Thanks to Ben who spotted that the same DVD and Blu-ray release shared with the UK has been rated 15 uncut by IFCO. The running time tallies with the uncut version and IFCO comments passed 15 uncut for Strong violence, threat and gory injury. See rating from ifco.ie UK Censorship History BBFC category cuts were required for a 15 rated cinema release in 2018. Uncut and MPAA R rated in the US. The UK home video will be uncut and has been rated 15 by Ireland’s IFCO. Promotional Material Bruce Willis stars in Director Eli Roth’s reimagining of the 1974 revenge thriller Death Wish. Dr. Paul Kersey (Willis) is a surgeon who only sees the aftermath of his city’s violence as it’s rushed into his ER — until his wife (Elisabeth Shue) and college-age daughter (Camila Morrone) are viciously attacked in their suburban home. With the police overloaded with crimes, Paul, burning for revenge, hunts for his family’s assailants to deliver justice. As the anonymous slayings of criminals grab the media’s attention, the city wonders if this deadly avenger is a guardian angel…or a grim reaper. Fury and fate collide in the intense action-thriller Death Wish.

The Dam Busters…1955 UK war drama by Michael Anderson just released on UK Blu-ray and DVD thankfully uncut

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The Dam Busters is a 1955 UK war historical drama by Michael Anderson. Starring Richard Todd, Michael Redgrave and Ursula Jeans. UK: Passed PG uncut for: 2018 Studiocanal RB Blu-ray at UK Amazon released on 4th June 2018 2018 Studiocanal R2 DVD at UK Amazon released on 4th June 2018 2018 Studiocanal VoD [UK only] at UK Amazon Censorship History The US Version was shortened by about 15 minutes and was censored to overdub the dig named ‘Nigger’ with the new name ‘Trigger’.The UK Version has continued with the original name but a modern British remake opted for the dog to be renamed ‘Digger’. The BBFC commented about te name ‘Nigger’ for 2017 cinema and home video release: One of the main characters owns a dog called ‘Nigger’. The dog’s name is spoken a number of times, without any apparent racist intent, and reflects cultural attitudes of the time that would be unacceptable today. It also reflects the actual name of the real-life mascot of 617 Squadron during World War II. Promotional Material A BRAND NEW RESTORATION COMMEMORATING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ORIGINAL WWII RAID A much-loved British classic, Michael Anderson’s 1955 drama captures the tension and bravery of an audacious raid on the centre of Nazi Germany’s industrial complex and the quintessentially English combination of inventiveness and dogged determination. Split into two distinct sections, the film deals first with the fraught, but the ultimately successful development of a new bomb, by Dr. Barnes N. Wallis(Michael Redgrave). The second deals with the mission itself during the British raid on the Ruhr Dams, and its associated costs for the enemy and for the British airmen. Adapted by R.C. Sherriff from Paul Brickhill’s book “Enemy Coast Ahead” and featuring superlative special effects photography by Gilbert Taylor (to say nothing of Eric Coates’ stirring theme tune), The Dam Busters was Britain’s biggest box office success of 1955.

Tom Jones…BBFC waives animal cruelty cuts for 1963 UK comedy adventure by Tony Richardson

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Tom Jones is a 1963 UK comedy adventure by Tony Richardson. Starring Albert Finney, Susannah York and George Devine. The BBFC has just made the unusual decision to waive animal cruelty cuts. In this case the cuts were to a cockfight. The BBFC does seem more likely these days to waive cuts to animal cruelty shown to be staged, but maybe this case is different in that the BBFC commented in 2003 that cuts to Tom Jones were r equired to sight of real animal cruelty (cockfighting). The BBFC has also uprated the age classification from the previous PG rating to a 12 rating this time. An upcoming BFI release will feature the Theatrical Version and shorter Director’s Cut and have both just been rated 12 for moderate sex references, violence, language Censorship History Passed X uncut by the BBFC for 1963 cinema release. BBFC have required animal cruelty cuts for all releases from  1971 until 2018 when the cuts were waived for home video release. The film exists in a longer original version and a shortened Director’s Cut. Both versions are available MPAA Unrated and so without censor cuts in the US. Promotional Material In the early 1960s, at the height of the British New Wave, a movement whose gritty realism they had helped establish, director Tony Richardson and playwright John Osborne set out for more fanciful narrative territory. Tom Jones brings a theatrical flair to Henry Fielding s canonical eighteenth-century novel, boisterously chronicling the misadventures of the foundling of the title (Albert Finney, in a career-defining turn), whose easy charm seems to lead him astray at every turn from his beloved, the wellborn Sophie Western (Susannah York). This spirited picaresque, evocatively shot in England s rambling countryside and featuring an extraordinary ensemble cast, went on to become a worldwide sensation, winning the Oscar for best picture on the way to securing its status as a classic of irreverent wit and playful cinematic expression.