Censor

Gran idea, mala ejecución. Con una premisa que recuerda a la de 8MM en la comunidad de censores cinematográficos, la película ofrecía un sólido espectáculo, pero el conjunto se fue empantanando en un patrón muy trillado y, sobre todo, en un hipnótico aburrimiento (y la película no llega a la hora y media de duración). El tono de toda la obra también es extraño. Censor a la práctica lleva al espectador a un homenaje a los "video nasties". Ahora bien, en lugar de tratar de forma inteligente la controversia del fenómeno y, en particular, la cuestión de si la brutalidad en las películas puede tener un impacto en los espectadores, llega a la simple conclusión conservadora de que sí, estas películas son el producto de frikis extravagantes y tienen un mal efecto en la psique de los espectadores. Eso no es un homenaje, somos nosotros los que volvemos mentalmente a los puritanos británicos de los años 80. (27.11.2021)

La intención es loable y bienintencionada, pero la ejecución es desafortunada. Es un recorrido terriblemente lento y poco emocionante que, además, cumple con uno de los posibles desenlaces lógicos al final, pero es el menos deseable y satisfactorio para el público. Una película que quiere debatir el tema de la violencia en el cine y su efecto en el público, de la mano de un cineasta ingenuo que ni siquiera puede construir un simple esqueleto de thriller, y mucho menos hacer una declaración compleja. Opte por la más avanzada y más personal Berberian Sound Studio. (18.11.2021)

I've never been a fan of censorship, whether it's the former socialist regime's restrictions or today's politically correct censorship, which I find even more troubling. However, paradoxically, there are only a few movies that I believe might actually benefit from being banned. Still, I keep this list to myself because I respect that these films have their audience, and it wouldn't be fair for any censor, including myself, to ruin their enjoyment. Despite my reservations about censorship, I have to admit that I found Censor enjoyable, at least in the first two-thirds. However, the final act dragged on, and even the uncut violent scenes couldn't salvage it. Honestly, I found myself indifferent to the fate of the characters in the last third, and the lack of a satisfying climax left me feeling bored, ultimately tarnishing my overall impression of the film. / Lesson learned: When feeling queasy, try to breathe through it. 3*- (08.10.2023)

Censor has to be credited with a number of good things: from the performances to a fairly constant disturbing atmosphere, but I don't think it makes the most of its 70s and 80s video nasties premise. It's basically just a slightly spiced up classic story about the main character's descent into madness, which I find corny. (27.06.2021)

I had heard praise for Censor from the festivals, but after watching the trailer I had a bit of a hunch that this would not be my cup of tea, and it wasn't. Fortunately Censor has some sense and is only 80 minutes long, so it doesn't manage to bore you to the point of being annoying, tiring, and disgusting. In terms of horror, there is not much to stand for, the atmosphere is almost absent, there is no gore to be seen, except for one or two scenes, the suspense is missing and it is not even downright fun. On the other hand, it has a few good things. The story about a woman who censors films is quite interesting and offers an attractive look behind the scenes, it seems like a thankless job, a few old references (Deranged and I Spit on your Grave), and the retro style with colors reminiscent of giallo is also quite interesting; I also liked the nostalgia for VHS and video nasties, which will be especially appreciated by the older audience. What bothered me is that that we watch the main character watching violence in movies, but unfortunately we have to figure everything out, I hate that and take it as a provocation. All in all, it's a pretty decent and noteworthy affair that brought a slight breath of fresh air to horror, but at the same time doesn't bring anything for the viewer to cheer about. Story 3/5, Action>No, Humour>No, Violence 2/5, Entertainment 3/5 Music 3/5, Visuals 3/5, Atmosphere 2/5, Suspense 2/5. 5.5/10. (19.06.2021)