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Superman movie censored in India
James Gunn's film cuts two romantic scenes for Indian audiences, leading to criticism.
Two significant scenes were removed from James Gunn's Superman film for Indian audiences.
James Gunn's Superman Movie Cuts Two Scenes in India
James Gunn's "Superman" premiered globally over the weekend, introducing new leads David Corenswet as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. However, audiences in India did not see the film as intended due to censorship. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) cut two kiss scenes to maintain a UA (13+) rating. One notable scene was a 33-second kiss in mid-air, which had been highlighted in the film's marketing. The CBFC claimed the kisses were "overly sensual," prompting backlash from some who perceive a pattern of inconsistent censorship in India regarding foreign films versus local productions.
Key Takeaways
"You can have lewd double meaning jokes in Housefull 5. Beheadings & gory violence in Jaat. But... Superman kissing Lois Lane is where we draw the line."
This quote from critic Anmol Jamwal highlights criticisms of the Indian censorship board's decisions.
The censorship of these scenes reflects ongoing tensions between artistic expression and regulatory standards in India. Critics argue that the CBFC is stricter with international films, hinting at a bias that favors domestic productions with more graphic content. This situation raises questions about the values that guide film censorship in India and whether it is time for a reevaluation of these policies.
Highlights
- Censorship cuts Superman's romantic scenes in India
- Artistic freedom faces barriers in Indian cinema.
- Why is a kiss deemed more dangerous than violence?
- James Gunn's vision fades in the shadows of censorship.
Censorship poses artistic risk
The cuts to Superman's scenes illustrate the risk censorship poses for filmmakers aiming for broader storytelling. This inconsistency may hinder efforts to share diverse narratives.
As debates on censorship continue, artistic voices remain at risk of being silenced.
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