Famous Movies That Have Been Banned All Over the World

Hail Mary

Can you believe that people were prude enough to ban this film in 1985? Hail Mary is a modern take on the story of Mary, Jesus' mother. In this film, Mary is demonized for getting pregnant despite not being with anyone. Society around her collapses as people she knew and trusted the most reveal that they do not believe her and are willing to cast her from their lives because of their ethical quandary. 

The Pope Wasn't Thrilled

Between the "blasphemy" and graphic sexual content, it wasn't too hard for Catholic and Christian lobbyists to get this movie banned in their communities. Hail Mary was banned in Brazil, Argentina, and the Vatican. Pope John Paul II even said that the movie "deeply wounds the religious sentiments of believers." That being said, it's totally worth a watch. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.