Absolutely Quote by Adam Green
“With the first 'Hatchet,' I had an epic battle with the ratings board. They kept giving the movie an NC-17. There is absolutely no way that movie should have gotten an NC-17. All the gore in it is so ridiculous and over-the-top that you can't take it seriously.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Hatchet (2006) director interview, 2008
The director argues the film’s extreme gore was misrated as NC‑17, claiming it was over‑the‑top and not serious.
In simple terms: Gore rating was unfair.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for appropriate rating.
Themes
film
rating
genre
creative
expression
Mood
critical
defensive
Type
cinematic
controversial
When to use this quote
- Film festival submissions
- marketing strategy
- audience targeting
- rating appeals
Key Concepts
Censorship
artistic intent
rating systems
Questions to Reflect On
- Should rating boards consider tone over content?
- How does rating impact indie films?
A Different Perspective
Ratings can affect distribution and audience reach.
