Jeremy Geltzer Knihy

The book delves into the history of film censorship in the United States, highlighting the struggles faced by regional filmmakers like Oscar Micheaux and Nell Shipman against figures such as Major M.L.C. Funkhouser and Myrtelle Snell. It explores the evolution of censorship from the early nickelodeons to contemporary controversies, including ongoing legal battles like Utah's case against Deadpool and the Texas Film Commission's conflict over Machete Kills. This comprehensive state-by-state analysis emphasizes the ongoing fight for free speech in cinema.

Focusing on the themes of freedom and tradition, this engaging retelling of the Exodus story introduces children to the significance of Passover. It aims to educate and inspire young readers, making it a wonderful addition to family holiday celebrations. The narrative is crafted to resonate with children, ensuring that the lessons of Passover are both accessible and memorable for the entire family.

Boxing, porn, and the beginnings of movie censorship -- The rise of salacious cinema -- State regulations emerge -- Mutual and the capacity for evil -- War, nudity, and birth control -- Self-regulation reemerges -- Midnight movies and sanctioned cinema -- Sound enters the debate -- Tension increases between free speech and state censorship -- Threats from abroad and domestic disturbances -- Outlaws and miracles -- State censorship statutes on the defense -- Devil in the details : film and the Fourth and Fifth Amendments -- Dirty words : profanity and the patently offensive -- Filthy pictures : obscenity from nudie cuties to fetish films -- The porno chic : from Danish loops to Deep throat -- Just not here : content regulation through zoning -- Is censorship necessary? -- The politics of profanity