Censor

About Censor

"Censor" is a 2021 movie that falls under the genre of horror, drama, and mystery. The film is set in the 1980s and revolves around the life of Enid, a film censor who takes pride in her meticulous work, guarding unsuspecting audiences from the deleterious effects of watching the gore-filled decapitations and eye-gougings she pores over. Eventually, Enid is assigned to review a disturbing film from the archive that echoes her hazy childhood memories, drawing her into a spiraling world where her past and present begin to blur.

Making / Production

"Censor" was directed by Prano-Bailey Bond and written by Prano Bailey-Bond and Anthony Fletcher. The movie required extensive research into the controversial 'video nasties' era of British film history, and significant effort into creating an authentic 1980s aesthetic, resulting in a truly unique and bewitching cinematic experience.

Actors

• Niamh Algar as Enid - She plays the dedicated and personalized character of Enid with intense sincerity, making it a truly haunting performance.
• Michael Smiley as Doug Smart - Smiley effectively captured the smug and manipulative nature of his character.
• Nicholas Burns as Sanderson - Burn's portrayal of the stoic Sanderson gives a chilling touch to the narrative.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This movie is the directorial debut of Prano Bailey-Bond.
• The film is heavily inspired by the video nasty era of British film history.
• It is one of the few films that explores the psychological impact on those who rate and evaluate violent content.

Quotes

• Enid: "I have responsibilities!"
• Doug Smart: "You're the best censor I've got."
• Sanderson: "You watched these films and decide who sees what?"

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's soundtrack, composed by Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch, expertly uses a haunting score to set the eerie mood of the 80s horror era.
• The soundtrack reflects the movie's period setting, featuring songs and styles that were prominent during the time.