‘Monty Python and the Holy Grail’ was a hit but New Zealand said ‘No thanks’
A huge cult has developed around the famous comedy movie Monty Python and the Holy Grail over the years. However, because of its divisive and irreverent tone, local authorities in the UK and New Zealand first forbade it. The movie parodies the Arthurian mythology and has several outlandish and bizarre sequences that were deemed too racy for their time. Despite the ban, the movie was able to screen in secret locations and immediately gathered a devoted following. Monty Python and the Holy Grail is now hailed as a comedy classic that has spawned many tributes and parodies. Fans of Monty Python and comedy in general continue to adore this timeless comedy.
‘Monty Python And The Holy Grail’ Was A Hit But New Zealand Said ‘No Thanks’
The original cut of ‘Possession’ was banned in the US and the UK
A psychological horror movie from 1981 called Possession was outlawed in the UK because of its gory and upsetting themes. In the movie, a couple’s relationship suffers as a result of one of them having a demon control them. Many of the violent and sexual sequences in the movie were deemed too graphic for general audiences at the time. Additionally, some people found the movie’s portrayal of demonic possession and its themes of infidelity and mental illness to be contentious and offensive. When the movie was first released in the US, it underwent extensive editing. The movie’s original 124-minute runtime was reduced to 81 minutes. Only in 2021 was the original, unedited version made available. Despite the ban, Possession has subsequently established a cult following and received high accolades for its daring and outlandish approach to horror. It has also sparked a lot of horror-related parodies and imitations.
The Original Cut Of ‘Possession’ Was Banned In The US And The UK
