Controversial Films on Sounds of Cinema

Independence Day is approaching and that means it is time for Sounds of Cinema's annual episode on controversial films. The show airing July 7th will celebrate freedom of speech with a look at movies that have been censored, banned, or were otherwise controversial. Like previous episodes, the films selected will include movies of past and present, ranging from the familiar to the obscure, as well as a few pictures you may never have realized were controversial in the first place. And even if you tuned in last year, be sure to listen to the 2013 edition as it will include all new material.

Be sure to check this blog on Sunday morning for additional commentary, online videos, and links to sources on controversial cinema. Until then, here are links to posts from previous controversial film specials:

• 2012

• 2011

• 2010

And here is an interview with Joshua Wheeler, Director at the Thomas Jefferson Center for the Protection of Free Expression, following last year's controversy over Innocence of Muslims.