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The Controversial Film That Was Almost Banned
47:55 - 54:25 (06:30)
This episode talks about the controversial documentary "Titicut Follies" by Frederick Wiseman, which was nearly banned in the US for its controversial portrayal of the mistreatment of the mentally ill at Bridgewater State Hospital.
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A judge orders the destruction of a controversial film that has been linked to patient suicides, despite arguments from the ACLU that the film has value for professionals in certain fields.
47:55 - 51:09 (03:14)
Controversial film
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A judge orders the destruction of a controversial film that has been linked to patient suicides, despite arguments from the ACLU that the film has value for professionals in certain fields.
ChapterThe Controversial Film That Was Almost Banned
EpisodeWhy was Titicut Follies banned?
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The podcast discusses Frederick Wiseman's documentary on Bridgewater State Hospital, a correctional facility for the criminally insane, and how it was received by the inmates and their families.
51:09 - 54:25 (03:15)
documentary
Summary
The podcast discusses Frederick Wiseman's documentary on Bridgewater State Hospital, a correctional facility for the criminally insane, and how it was received by the inmates and their families.