French censor seeks to expand remit
The French Commission for Film Classification has made a bid to extend its powers to include the rating of films shown at festivals. The Commission has asked the culture ministry to end the certificate exemption that festivals currently enjoy, allowing them to ignore the age restrictions placed on films on general release.
The commission does not have the authority to make cuts to films, but can recommend to the ministry of culture that the obligatory permit for theatrical release not be issued.
In its annual report, the body reported that of 1,087 films viewed in the past year, 1,031 were deemed suitable for all audiences. Thirty-nine films were forbidden to under 12s, and 16 to under 16s. Only one film, “Saw 3,” was forbidden for under 18s.
Wednesday 01 Aug 2007 | Paul | France
