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I'm Just Curious If You've Actually Seen These Controversial Movies

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These Movies Were Almost Banned — I Want To See If Anyone's Actually Watched Them

Released in 1992, "Aladdin" has faced much controversy over the years regarding the film's use of ethnic stereotypes.

Have you seen _Aladdin_?

Upon it's release, "A Clockwork Orange" was met with polarized reviews from critics due to it's depiction of graphic violence. The film was banned in several countries including the UK.

Have you seen _A Clockwork Orange_?

Even before its release, "Basic Instinct" generated controversy due to its overt sexuality and violence. Gay rights activists also criticised the film due to its depiction of homosexual relationships and the portrayal of a bisexual woman as a murderous psychopath.

Have you seen _Basic Instinct_?

Winning Best Motion Picture and beating out the popular movie, "Brokeback Mountain," "Crash" gathered controversy because of its depiction of explicit SA.

Have you seen the Best Motion Picture at the 2006 Academy Awards, _Crash_?

Directed by Mel Gibson, "The Passion of the Christ" was met with mixed reviews. Some critics thought the film was a religious and holy experience, while others found the extreme violence to be excessive and distressing.

Have you seen _The Passion of the Christ_?

Based on the book by Nikos Kazantzakis, this Martin Scorsese film provoked public outcry by some conservative Christian groups because of its controversial portrayal of the life of Jesus.

Have you seen _The Last Temptation of Christ_?

"Fifty Shades of Grey" was met with controversy on its release due to its depictions of BDSM. Many BDSM participants have stated that the book confuses the practice with abuse.

Have you seen _Fifty Shades of Grey_?

Upon its release, "Exodus" was banned in Egypt due to its historical inaccuracies.

Have you seen _Exodus: Gods and Kings_?

Although some critics praised the film for its plot and combination of action and romance, many found "Natural Born Killers" overly violent and graphic. In 2006, Entertainment Weekly named the film the eighth most controversial of all time.

Have you seen _Natural Born Killers_?

When "Hard Candy" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, it was met with controversy due to the extreme measures Hayley exacts on the man she suspects of being a murderer.

Have you seen _Hard Candy_?

On its release, "Cruising" became a lighting rod of visibility, censorship, and conversations of LGBTQ+ images in the media. "Cruising" is regarded as a negative depiction of the LGBTQ+ community in the media.

Have you seen _Cruising_?

"Freaks" is considered controversial due to featuring actual sideshow performers. The film depicted these characters as spectacles to be gawked at.”

Have you seen _Freaks_?

Many critics thought the film overly promoted the sexualization of children. Netflix was quickly slammed for promoting the movie.

Have you seen _Cuties_?

The Media Action Network for Asian Americans accused the director, Cameron Crowe, and studio for white-washing the cast. This came after Emma Stone was cast as a character who is stated to be of Chinese and Hawaiian descent.

Have you seen _Aloha_?

Released in 2017, "Ghost in the Shell" received much criticism due to white-washing of the cyborg heroine character.

Have you seen _Ghost in the Shell_?

Universal Pictures first pulled the film's trailers and marketing materials after a 2020 US shooting, resulting in the film being delayed. After it was released, controversy surrounded the plot for its take on political satire.

Have you seen _The Hunt_?

On its release, the themes of religious satire were controversial, causing accusations of blasphemy and protests from some religious groups. As a result, 39 local authorities in the UK either imposed an outright ban of the film or rated it an X certificate.

Have you seen _Life of Brian_?

Although the film was praised by many critics, many disapproved of the movie's depiction of child prostitution and the nude scenes of Brooke Shields, who was only 12 years old at the time of filming.

What about _Pretty Baby_?

Released in 1976, "Taxi Driver" drew criticism due to Scorsese's unflinching focus of a psychopathic loner and the degradation of New York City during that time period. However, most criticism of the film came from the explicit portrayal of Travis' raging vigilantism.

Have you seen _Taxi Driver_?

Directed by Stanley Kubrick, "Lolita" received much criticism due to the polarizing depictions of child abuse. Kubrick has later stated that he would have never attempted to make the film had he fully understood how severe the censorship limitations were.

What about this movie from 1962, _Lolita_?

"The Brown Bunny" caused outrage upon its release due to an explicit scene between the two lead actors, Vincent Gallo and Chloe Sevigny. This scene is widely regarded as the most controversial sex scene in movie history.

Have you seen 2003's _The Brown Bunny_?

Much like the original 1962 released film, the 1997 remake was met with much criticism. The film glorifies and perpetuates sexual assault. Due to the criticism, the film was banned in many countries, including Australia.

Have you seen the1997 remake of _Lolita_?

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I'm Just Curious If You've Actually Seen These Controversial Movies

Note: This post contains mentions of sexual assault, abuse, and graphic content.

I'm Just Curious If You've Actually Seen These Controversial Movies

Note: This post contains mentions of sexual assault, abuse, and graphic content.

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