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I Am Curious - Yellow
Vilgot Sjoman's controversial classic following one woman's exploration of national identity and her own sexuality in 1960s Sweden.
Director: Vilgot Sjöman
Overview
This landmark document of Swedish society during the sexual revolution has been declared both obscene and revolutionary. It tells the story of Lena (Lena Nyman), a searching and rebellious young woman, and her personal quest to understand the social and political conditions in 1960s Sweden, as well as her bold exploration of her own sexual identity.
Seized by customs upon entry to the United States, subject of a heated court battle, and banned in several cities, Vilgot Sjöman’s I Am Curious -Yellow is one of the most controversial films of all time. It is a companion film to 1968's I Am Curious - Blue (also presented on BFI Player); the two were initially intended to be one, continuous 31⁄2 hour film.
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