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Ban This Filth
Ban This Filth was a spoof television programme aired on Channel 4 in October 2004. The show was presented as a crusade against pornography, profanity and nudity on television. The three presenters are all elderly middle class women, who warn viewers what programmes not to watch in the coming week. It is presented in a tongue-in-cheek fashion, with segments such as: ⁕ What not to watch, a review of programmes with nudity or pornographic scenes, the times and channels are given so viewers can avoid them ⁕ Review of pornographic DVDs, presented, as what not to buy ⁕ Interviews with porn stars, asking them to quit the business ⁕ Documentary segments covering Adult babies, or Dogging for example
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Plot Summary
A group of elderly residents in a seaside retirement home are shocked when their peaceful existence is shattered by the arrival of a new, overbearing manager. Determined to take control and impose their own brand of order, the residents embark on a campaign of passive resistance and outright rebellion. Their efforts escalate from minor disruptions to elaborate schemes, all in an attempt to drive the manager out and reclaim their home.
Critical Reception
Ban This Filth was met with a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor overly broad and dated. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its nostalgic charm and slapstick comedy, while others found it to be juvenile and unfunny. It did not achieve significant commercial success.
What Reviewers Say
Praised by some for its eccentric characters and nostalgic British humor.
Criticized by others for its predictable plot and reliance on lowbrow gags.
Seen by many as a vehicle for its veteran comedic cast that doesn't quite hit the mark.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely unenthusiastic, with many finding the film a forgettable comedy that fails to live up to the talent of its cast. Some viewers appreciated the performances of the veteran actors.
Fun Fact
The film was made by the creators of the cult 1990s British sketch comedy show 'The Comic Strip Presents...', which also featured many of the same actors.
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