| Reference Type |
Melbourne Times
newspaper
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| Title |
Screen sex and violence: now you see it, now you don't |
| Author(s) | Alison Dean |
| Publication Date |
24-03-2004 |
| Page Number |
8 |
| Comments |
Alison Dean's article which features an interview with Des Clark, the director of the OFLC, is thorough in its investigation of film censorship in Australia. Dean's commentary is unbiased, and the arguments presented for and against censorship in Australia and well balanced and explored. An important social commentary which illustrates how Australia percieves and handles film censorship in the new millenium. |
| Synopsis |
Through an interview with Des Clark, Alison Dean investigates the social responsibility held by the director of the OFLC. Clark reveals that he is "... just like an average punter" when it comes down to watching mainstream cinema. He argues that there is however "...a terribly serious side to the job" when viewing the numerous films which pass through the OFLC.
Clark discusses how, on two ends of the spectrum, film censorship activists argue that he has become "too restrictive", whilst the more conservative feel that he "...has been desensitised and has developed an attitude of anything goes." Clark understands there is diversity in the community but feels confident that the OFLC "...are able to be responsive to where the community is at."
Clark contends that the system is not paternal, nor does he feel that politicians push conservative values onto our society. He instead feels that it comes down to the fact that the film industry is itself becoming more conservative, and therefore producing films which complement this sensibility. |
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