Immoral music: Private Property (1960), ethical condemnation, and the national legion of decency.
Published In: Journal of American Culture, 2024, v. 47, n. 4. P. 263 1 of 3
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Authored By: Wissner, Reba 3 of 3
Abstract
The article discusses the film "Private Property" from 1960, which faced condemnation from the National Legion of Decency (NLD) due to its suggestive content, including adultery, voyeurism, and implied homosexuality. The NLD, a Catholic interest group, condemned the film for its highly suggestive sequences, dialogue, and music, particularly a bolero scene. The article explores the significance of music in film, especially in conveying immoral themes, and how the NLD's condemnation of the film was influenced by the perceived immorality of the music used. The film's use of a bolero piece, originally composed for a jazz album, was considered suggestive and contributed to the NLD's decision to forbid Catholics from watching the film. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Journal of American Culture. 2024/12, Vol. 47, Issue 4, p263
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Film
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:1542-7331
- DOI:10.1111/jacc.13587
- Accession Number:181848224
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