Appeals tribunal rules Inxeba should keep rating given to pornography
The Film and Publications Appeal Tribunal has released its reasons for changing the rating of Inxeba (The Wound) to X18 — the same rating given to hardcore pornography. The decision means that the film was withdrawn from cinemas and can now only be watched at designated adult premises. The decision can be appealed against directly with the minister of communications or be taken to court. Here is the full statement on the reasons the tribunal made the decision: "It is trite law that the appeals tribunal takes its decision after considering both submissions from the parties to the appeal‚ i.e the appellant and the respondent. In making its decision/ruling‚ the tribunal does so guided by the fundamental principle that says all classification decisions must consider context‚ impact and the release format of the material, to be precise section 32 of the guidelines direct as follows — when considering context‚ regard must be had to the following factors: A. The expectation of the public i...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.