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Focusing on the phenomenon of video nasties in 1980s Britain, this historical study delves into how a specific genre of horror videos was categorized and subsequently banned. It explores the diverse perspectives of moral campaigners, distributors, critics, and fans, revealing the socio-cultural dynamics at play. By analyzing various historical materials, the book uncovers the motivations behind the genre's formulation and its impact on British media and society.
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Trash or Treasure: Censorship and the Changing Meanings of the Video Nasties, Kate Egan
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- Trash or Treasure: Censorship and the Changing Meanings of the Video Nasties
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kate Egan
- Publisher
- Manchester University Press
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 288
- ISBN13
- 9780719072321
- Category
- Film
- Description
- Focusing on the phenomenon of video nasties in 1980s Britain, this historical study delves into how a specific genre of horror videos was categorized and subsequently banned. It explores the diverse perspectives of moral campaigners, distributors, critics, and fans, revealing the socio-cultural dynamics at play. By analyzing various historical materials, the book uncovers the motivations behind the genre's formulation and its impact on British media and society.