Damaged: The Very British Obscenity of David Hamilton-Grant

About This Movie

So, there's this documentary from 2023 called 'Damaged: The Very British Obscenity of David Hamilton-Grant'. It's a pretty intriguing dive into the life of this enigmatic British filmmaker who really pushed the envelope back in the day. You know, he was the only one who actually got sent to prison for those 'video nasties'. The film digs deep into how he exploited legal loopholes in the 70s to churn out all that salacious content. The pacing feels a bit uneven at times, but it works. The atmosphere is gritty, reflecting that era's battle with censorship. It’s fascinating to see how Hamilton-Grant navigated that world while the interviews and archival footage paint a vivid picture of his controversial legacy.

Focuses on the clash between art and censorship in the 70s.Includes rare archival footage and interviews with contemporaries.Captures the unique underground filmmaking scene of Britain.