Samoan censorship board bans film for contradicting Christian beliefs

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Updated April 30, 2009 10:31:51

The Samoan Censor Board has given its reasons for banning the award winning film 'Milk', saying the movie is inappropriate and contradictory to Christian beliefs and Samoan culture. The move has angered some segments of the community in Samoa, including the Fa'afafine Association. The film is based on the life of gay rights activist Harvey Milk, who became the first openly gay person to hold significant public office in the United States of America.


Presenter Kate McPherson

Speakers: Principal Censor in Samoa's Ministry of Justice and Courts Administration Lei'ataua Niuptu, President of teh Fa'afafine Association Roger Stanely

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