Censored

About This Movie

Censored is a bizarre blend of drama and horror that plays with the concept of censorship in a rather playful way. In essence, it’s a mishmash of clips supposedly axed from various films due to their content being overly risqué—though, in reality, it's all new footage shot by Barry Mahon. The pacing can feel disjointed, reflecting its roots in the patchwork style of the era, but that’s part of its charm. The atmosphere is a curious mix of camp and discomfort, with some surprisingly effective practical effects for the time. It’s distinctive for its self-awareness and meta-commentary on what was deemed acceptable in cinema. A strange little watch that sticks with you in a way that’s hard to pinpoint.

Censored has a bit of a cult following among collectors, especially due to its peculiar premise and the lore that surrounds it. The scarcity of original prints adds to its allure, and it often pops up in discussions about misunderstood films of the '60s. Its format history is somewhat scattered, with a few releases on VHS and DVD, but those are hard to come by. It’s a gem for anyone intrigued by the oddities of cinematic history.