Exorcismo: The Transgressive Legacy of Clasificada “S”

A thoughtful, archive-rich stroll through a country's newly unlocked screens, equal parts scholarly and mischievously nostalgic.

Directed by

Alberto Sedano

Genres

Documentary, History

Starring

Iggy Pop, Alejandro Melero, Álex de la Iglesia

Tagline

In post-Franco Spain, the revolution began on screen

Overview

Spain, 1975. Franco's death opens the door to the possibility of uncensored cinema. After two years of relaxed censorship, it is abolished in 1977, and the “S” rating is created to protect viewers from films that may “offend their sensibilities.”

How it feels

Earnest, satirical and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Freedom, politics, media, art

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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