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Union meetings were also banned and it was an offence to give aid (including food) to striking
wharfies or their families. Its report concluded that 'the censorship of films is at present carried out in
a very satisfactory manner', and that it was up to 'parental control' to observe the certificates issued
by the censor. Gendall J held that the Board had made no error of law in coming to its decision, and
dismissed the appeal. Our thanks to Michelle from the Classification Office for her time. This review
gathers together readily available local scholarship and literature about co-design in Aotearoa New
Zealand up to September 2019. Before the film's release in New Zealand, members of the Aramoana
community contacted the Office of Film and Literature Classification and expressed their
reservations about the film. Into the River and Banned Books: a conversation with the Office of
Film and Literature Classification. Superheroes such as Batman and Superman appeared on the
scene. There was also an advantage in having recently come from 37 South, and the Toronto Co-
production Lab. This includes higher maximum penalties for possessing, making, distributing,
importing or exporting this material. For example, matters such as sex have to show sexual activity
rather than just a sexualised pose. The ban becomes even more ludicrous when you realise how easy
it is to circumvent. Restricting the exhibition of the film to public forums also prevents editing and
reproduction. AL: What are some of the types of books banned in New Zealand and why are they
banned. Virtually the only directive given the censor was that no film should be approved which 'in
the opinion of the censor, depicts any matter that is against public order and decency, or the
exhibition of which for any other reason is, in the opinion of the censor, undesirable in the public
interest'. All other decisions were upheld, and in a few cases the restriction was lowered by the
Board. Action was taken after complaints to the Film and Literature Board of Review were made by
conservative lobby group, Family First. Labels can only be issued once a film or game has been rated
or classified. Controversial content: Into the River is a coming-of-age tale about a Maori (aboriginal
New Zealander) boy who goes to a private boarding school on a scholarship and subsequently
grapples with racism, drugs and sexual discovery; it won the 2013 New Zealand Post children's book
of the year award. It could have made one classification for the film, imposing restrictions that meant
that it could not be viewed in any medium except by persons over the age of 18 years, and could be
viewed only through theatrical exhibition or as part of a tertiary media studies or film studies course.
Mr Moonen appeals to this Court contending that Gendall J's decision is erroneous in law. Nine
people, either related to the victims or who had themselves been injured, attended the first meeting.
They provide a way for New Zealanders to engage with the classification of books (and films and
other things). The Secretary for Justice called together representatives from the book trade (libraries,
writers, publishers etc) to form a law review committee. When she was appointed Chief Censor, the
opposition women's affairs spokesperson Elizabeth Tennet MP raised fears that Kathryn Paterson
would import Australian 'macho cultural imperialism' into New Zealand. All offences involving
indecent material were made liable to summary conviction, eliminating the need for expensive jury
trials. For the basis of the system is that primary responsibility for deciding what films should be seen
by children is assumed, not by the Government, but by parents and teachers. RELATED ARTICLES
Previous 1 2 Next Entire school performs chilling traditional war dance to. Examples of this are the
research projects undertaken by the Office and consultation with members of the public on films like
Out of the Blue, and The Passion of the Christ. This Act is administerd by the Ministry of Justice.
Price has won several awards including the SLA Innovations in Technology Award and Alumnus of
the Year from the Wayne St. AL: The Office of Film and Literature Classification doesn’t just do
books and movies: tell us about what else you make classifications on. The ban becomes even more
ludicrous when you realise how easy it is to circumvent. Participants said that they appreciated the
opportunity to express their opinions and responses to the film. This was the second triumph in this
class for Leanne Pooley whose Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls won the award in 2009. Since that
time she has been the recipient of multiple awards. He also undertook a large number of public
speaking and education commitments, including extensive touring of the Censor for a Day
Programme for senior secondary school students. But, the real issue here isn't the content of the
book, it is the ban and the effect it may have on free speech. In early 2014, Auckland Libraries made
a submission to the Classification Office for the Board’s decision to be reconsidered. He hoped, he
said, that New Zealand would 'move towards the maturity of attitude whereby the abolition of
censorship for adults can eventually become a reality'. The random, unspectacular nature of violence
is captured, as are the devastating repercussions it has for good, honest, real people. From this point
on, her writing has explored exile, isolation and constraint. Into the River is the first book to be
banned in New Zealand for more than two decades At the centre of the issue for the objectors were
detailed descriptions of sex acts and drug use, and the use of an offensive term for female genitalia.
University Library and Information Science Program. Superheroes such as Batman and Superman
appeared on the scene. Reviews and reconsiderations are a really important part of our classification
system. Ted Dawe's teenage novel, Into the River, has been banned effective Sept. 3, after the
conservative Christian group Family First successfully lobbied against it. This Act is administerd by
the Ministry of Justice. It's now illegal to sell or distribute Into the River by Ted Dawe, including at
schools and libraries, the Stuff.co.nz website reports. The decision by New Zealand's Film and
Literature Board of Review follows a complaint from conservative lobbying group Family First,
which objects to the novel's sexual content and descriptions of teenage drug-taking. In August 2015,
the Classification Office issued a new decision, classifying the book as Unrestricted. The exemptions
include documentaries, advertisements and games - this is why unrestricted games (those of a G, PG
or M level) do not require classification labels. All offences involving indecent material were made
liable to summary conviction, eliminating the need for expensive jury trials. The distributor then
appealed the High Court decision to the Court of Appeal. The screening of such a film in Timaru,
which included shots of the dead and wounded, appears to have provoked the move.'. In 1930, a
record 102 films (3.9 percent of the 2,626 submitted) were banned, indicating that the censor was
taking a cautious approach to the sound revolution. In 2003 the Classification Office banned its first
video game, Manhunt, and in 2004 classified the controversial film Passion of the Christ as R16. (
Passion of the Christ was subsequently classified as R15 by the Film and Literature Board of
Review.). How would its availability inhibit further re-consideration. Rather than the sanitised and
glorified violence often depicted in popular mainstream productions, Out Of The Blue presents
violence in a realistic manner. The descriptive note remained unchanged: 'Brutal sexual violence,
graphic violence and sex scenes'. Publications which promote or support, or tend to promote or
support certain activities, such as the sexual exploitation of children, must be banned.
This provision was rarely used before the 1950s, when age restrictions, such as R16, became
common. The Act regulates how films, games and other publications are classified. University
Library and Information Science Program. French secret service diver who sank Greenpeace's
Rainbow. You can find more detail about the unusual classification story of Into the River (including
all of the Classification Office and Board of Review decisions) over on our student website. But
eventually it was decided that a new Act was required. From sun-kissed Tenerife to the romance of
Rome, these are the perfect trips to enjoy together. She has an MA (Dist.) and a PhD in Creative
Writing from Victoria University of Wellington. The banning of Into the River is warning to us all of
us who value creativity and free expression to be vigilant. However, Into the River 's classification
had already been successfully considered and re-considered, all while it was freely available. For the
basis of the system is that primary responsibility for deciding what films should be seen by children
is assumed, not by the Government, but by parents and teachers. He also worked for the New
Zealand Police as Chief Legal Advisor. Find familiar settings, or hidden corners, characters you
recognise or those that challenge, and more, in the fiction of Aotearoa. If a publication is restricted or
banned, this means that it is likely to be harmful to society if made freely available. The appellant
(Mr Moonen) appealed to the High Court from the decision of the Film and Literature Review
Board ('the Board') determining that a book called The Seventh Acolyte Reader ('the Book') and
various photographs were objectionable in terms of s3 of the Films, Videos, and Publications
Classification Act 1993 ('the Act'). The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. He
earned his MLIS degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. Share to Twitter Share to Facebook
Share to Pinterest. Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are the definition of rocker chic as they
pose for selfies at vegan hotspot. Here's where the tradition comes from (.and rings he'll LOVE).
Selected projects are included in a dossier that is sent in advance to the execs attending. Out went the
references to 'public order and decency' dating from the 1916 Act. There is now a presumption of
imprisonment for repeat offenders. Family First also applied to the President of the Board of Review
for an interim restriction order. The Court of Appeal determined that the Classification Office only
has jurisdiction over publications that fit through one of the five subject matter gateways of sex,
horror, crime, cruelty, and violence, which were defined as activities rather than mere expressions of
opinion or attitude. Into the River won Book of the Year at the 2013 NZ Post Children's Book
Awards. We believe there is and the defence strategy of offering 'differing interpretations' is wrong in
law. The first question anyone would ask, then, is how a book that has been available for over two
years gets banned. When questioned in the house about this clause, the Minister of Internal Affairs
indicated it was specifically included so films could be censored for political reasons, in particular
their effect on army recruitment. Indeed, in 1961 the law was amended to allow the censoring of
sound recordings.
The reconsideration was granted, and the films classification was amended to allow for theatrical
screenings. He said that 'an R15 restriction allows the film in the future to be seen in senior high
school classes. Over the years we’ve classified a range of things including billboards, drink cans and
t-shirts. Key issues such as the impact of COVID-19 and the outlook for the New Zealand and global
industry will also be explored along with a celebration of the sector’s creative and economic
achievements in the past year. The videos opposed awarding equal rights to gay, lesbian, bisexual and
transgendered individuals, and blamed homosexuality for the spread of HIV and AIDS. To a greater
or lesser degree, this has the potential to inure players to brutal violence generally. She has an MA
(Dist.) and a PhD in Creative Writing from Victoria University of Wellington. Mr Moonen appeals to
this Court contending that Gendall J's decision is erroneous in law. It is still under discussion as to
when this restriction will be lifted or if it will be extended. Members of the Compliance Unit are
called Inspectors of Publications. We also have to take into account the New Zealand Bill of Rights
Act, which protects New Zealanders’ right to freedom of expression, “including the freedom to seek,
receive and impart information of any kind in any form”. But eventually it was decided that a new
Act was required. The distributor was seeking a lighter classification that would allow for a general
release of the film in cinemas, asking that New Zealanders be 'given a chance to see an
acknowledged cinematic masterpiece'. Reviews and reconsiderations are a really important part of
our classification system. Selected projects are included in a dossier that is sent in advance to the
execs attending. The resolution of this file is 2000x765px and its file size is: 57.33 KB. This PNG
image is filed under the tags. The Court then set out how a publication may come within a definition
of 'promotes or supports' in s3(2) that impinges as little as possible on the freedom of expression. For
each item, we include references to the source of the information so that you can read more about the
topic if you want to. His Honour Judge Hastings was sworn in at Wellington on the 9th of July 2010.
Another likelihood of injury to the public good lies in the game's potential to adversely affect young
people and adults alike, who may find the constant focus on inflicting injury or death in a brutal and
callous manner disturbing and distressing. Action and violence became more predominant from 1937,
when comic books started to feature original material, thus removing the restrictions imposed by the
family orientation of most newspapers. It's NOT a match on this week's Blind Date when personal
trainer Conrad met PR manager Beki. Here's where the tradition comes from (.and rings he'll
LOVE). University Library and Information Science Program. American Factory” Apollo 11 The
Black Godfather Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese Wrestle”. Tide
admitted failings but will only pay me back half. This is especially true of those, like the Board of
Review, with the power to outlaw creative work. For example, matters such as sex have to show
sexual activity rather than just a sexualised pose. It’s a huge privilege to have meetings, every 20
minutes for two days, with people who actually have money and can actually help finance your film.
He earned his MLIS degree from Wayne State University in Detroit.
Just as effective as the formal sessions was the time we spent together getting to know each other
and cooking up collaborations and opportunities to continue the relationships. The board of review
said the ban was temporary, in place until the decision was reviewed next month, the ABC reported.
You can learn more about the criteria the Classification Office uses to classify things on our website.
He also worked for the New Zealand Police as Chief Legal Advisor. The Society then took the case
to the Court of Appeal, which 'allowed the appeal in part', as it found that the Board. The oldest film
awards body in the world - a spin-off of the censorship board - announces their classy set of
nominees and winners for 2011. Filled with epic otherworldly tales, packed with adventure and
magical beings. The proviso though is that we have a brilliant script, a director of proven talent, a
marketable cast and a really low budget. No problem. Our thanks to Michelle from the Classification
Office for her time. With regards to VOTE's concerns about the film being broadcast on television,
the Board noted that 'television programmes are dealt with under the Broadcasting Act 1989 ' and
were therefore beyond their jurisdiction. This is especially true of those, like the Board of Review,
with the power to outlaw creative work. There is a reduced fee for members of the public with no
commercial interest in the item. From this point on, her writing has explored exile, isolation and
constraint. Tide admitted failings but will only pay me back half. Union meetings were also banned
and it was an offence to give aid (including food) to striking wharfies or their families. Its role is to
examine films, books and other publications when someone applies to them for a review because
they’re dissatisfied with the decision made by the Classification Office, usually a few times a year.
From this point on, her writing has explored exile, isolation and constraint. The exemptions include
documentaries, advertisements and games - this is why unrestricted games (those of a G, PG or M
level) do not require classification labels. Controversial content: Into the River is a coming-of-age
tale about a Maori (aboriginal New Zealander) boy who goes to a private boarding school on a
scholarship and subsequently grapples with racism, drugs and sexual discovery; it won the 2013 New
Zealand Post children's book of the year award. Of the classification decisions changed by the Board
between 2000 and 2010, however, only one, Me, Myself and Irene, had its restriction raised. The
second consultation was attended by twenty-one members of the Aramoana community. His initial
three-year appointment was renewed in 2002, 2003 and 2006. The group had empowered parents to
starting expressing their concerns about books more, Stuff.co.nz reported him as saying. A former
nurse, documentary filmmaker and member of the NZ Film and Literature Board of Review, she
came to writing late, in her fifties, as family and work commitments lessened. Many people took to
social media to support the book, with some saying there was no better way to gain publicity. In
2003, Stephanie suffered an accident resulting in permanent nerve damage and intractable pain. The
Secretary for Justice called together representatives from the book trade (libraries, writers, publishers
etc) to form a law review committee. In August 2015, the Classification Office issued a new
decision, classifying the book as Unrestricted. The decision threw doubt on the ability of censorship
authorities to classify some types of material that did not depict activity but were likely to be
injurious to the public good. We believe there is and the defence strategy of offering 'differing
interpretations' is wrong in law.
Its role is to examine films, books and other publications when someone applies to them for a review
because they’re dissatisfied with the decision made by the Classification Office, usually a few times
a year. The censor was required to determine only whether a film 'is or is not likely to be injurious to
the public good'. This is especially true of those, like the Board of Review, with the power to outlaw
creative work. Family First also applied to the President of the Board of Review for an interim
restriction order. I think it's ridiculous to canvass them about the film, simply because they have
already seen it. Want to know more about The Office of Film and Literature Classification, and the
work they do. Key issues such as the impact of COVID-19 and the outlook for the New Zealand and
global industry will also be explored along with a celebration of the sector’s creative and economic
achievements in the past year. On September 3 the president of the Film and Literature Board of
Review, Dr Don Mathieson, QC, issued an Interim Restriction Order temporarily banning the sale or
distribution of the novel. SEARCH Background Remover Search Trends Image Editor Browse.
After clicking the Request New Password button, you will be redirected to the frontpage. The
majority of us read for relaxation and enjoyment, and our favourite fiction genres are crime, thriller
and adventure stories. Under New Zealand's Films, Videos, and Publications Classification Act
1993, books don't have to be classified before they are supplied to the public (in the way that films
are). When used in conjunction with an activity, the Classification Office defines 'promote' to mean
the advancement or encouragement of that activity. University Library and Information Science
Program. The Board acknowledges a degree of merit in Baise-Moi as a post-modern movie with
some value from a feminist perspective. Dawe's book has now received its own tap on the window, a
tap by the hand of censorship laws, and the something that subsequently happened is ominous. As
Stephanie seeks a cure to the life-changing limitations of her physical self, she finds something close
to solace in dreaming. Mr Moonen appeals to this Court contending that Gendall J's decision is
erroneous in law. This includes higher maximum penalties for possessing, making, distributing,
importing or exporting this material. When she was appointed Chief Censor, the opposition women's
affairs spokesperson Elizabeth Tennet MP raised fears that Kathryn Paterson would import
Australian 'macho cultural imperialism' into New Zealand. Over the years we’ve classified a range of
things including billboards, drink cans and t-shirts. The committee met four times, the last in April
1962. Hilarious video of a confused man who doesn't know what. The latter relate mainly to film
censorship, theatre licensing, film safety provisions, and the licensing of projectionists. The interim
restriction order means that Into the River can’t be sold or supplied in places like libraries and
bookshops until the Board of Review makes their decision on the book. The Court then set out how
a publication may come within a definition of 'promotes or supports' in s3(2) that impinges as little as
possible on the freedom of expression. There is a reduced fee for members of the public with no
commercial interest in the item. Mere boastfulness or evidence of a system captured. The President
of the Board of Review issued an interim restriction order after an application was made for one by
Family First. The 2005 amendments to the Films, Videos, and Publications Classification Act 1993
were influenced by the 1999 Court of Appeal Moonen decision and the 2000 Court of Appeal
decision on the Living Word videos.
From 2006-2009 he was Director of Online Information Services at Ask.com. The President of the
Board of Review issued an interim restriction order after an application was made for one by Family
First. Author of 'Into the River', Ted Dawe, told media he was 'blindsided' by the decision against
the coming-of-age book, which won the New Zealand Post children's book of the year in 2013. It's
now illegal to sell or distribute Into the River by Ted Dawe, including at schools and libraries, the
Stuff.co.nz website reports. The decision by New Zealand's Film and Literature Board of Review
follows a complaint from conservative lobbying group Family First, which objects to the novel's
sexual content and descriptions of teenage drug-taking. The organisation Family First made a
complaint to the Department of Internal Affairs about the book, and as a result it was submitted to
the Classification Office. This is especially true of those, like the Board of Review, with the power to
outlaw creative work. This provision was rarely used before the 1950's, when age restrictions, such as
R16, became common. Into the River is the first book to be banned in New Zealand for more than
two decades At the centre of the issue for the objectors were detailed descriptions of sex acts and
drug use, and the use of an offensive term for female genitalia. All other decisions were upheld, and
in a few cases the restriction was lowered by the Board. In August 2015, the Classification Office
issued a new decision, classifying the book as Unrestricted. When questioned in the house about this
clause, the Minister of Internal Affairs indicated it was specifically included so films could be
censored for political reasons, in particular their effect on army recruitment. Nine people, either
related to the victims or who had themselves been injured, attended the first meeting. Those who
were closely involved in the tragedy at Aramoana are likely to find the film upsetting and potentially
traumatic. The reconsideration was granted, and the films classification was amended to allow for
theatrical screenings. The third likelihood of injury arises from the fact that the game immerses the
player in violent gameplay intended to be a source of excitement and pleasure. Here's where the
tradition comes from (.and rings he'll LOVE). Participants said that they appreciated the opportunity
to express their opinions and responses to the film. Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are the
definition of rocker chic as they pose for selfies at vegan hotspot. To a greater or lesser degree, this
has the potential to inure players to brutal violence generally. The appellant (Mr Moonen) appealed to
the High Court from the decision of the Film and Literature Review Board ('the Board') determining
that a book called The Seventh Acolyte Reader ('the Book') and various photographs were
objectionable in terms of s3 of the Films, Videos, and Publications Classification Act 1993 ('the
Act'). As part of its second examination and classification of the book, the Classification Office
consulted with libraries and other experts and stakeholders. She has an MA (Dist.) and a PhD in
Creative Writing from Victoria University of Wellington. Over the years we’ve classified a range of
things including billboards, drink cans and t-shirts. It also redefined matters of sex in section 3(1) to
include visual images of children and young persons who were fully or partially nude. The BBC is
not responsible for the content of external sites. In the past they’ve been used to stop films being
screened at film festivals while the Board has been in the process of making their decision.
Superheroes such as Batman and Superman appeared on the scene. The Society then took the case to
the Court of Appeal, which 'allowed the appeal in part', as it found that the Board. The Court then
set out how a publication may come within a definition of 'promotes or supports' in s3(2) that
impinges as little as possible on the freedom of expression. It's NOT a match on this week's Blind
Date when personal trainer Conrad met PR manager Beki.

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