The Constitution and Censorship
Jan 01, 1957 · 29m
Director
Stephen L. SharffOverview
Shows the relationship of the Constitution to the issue of prior restraint on freedom of expression. Presents the case of Burstyn v. Wilson challenging the constitutionality of New York State's film censorship system and Cantwell v. Connecticut involving questions of freedom of speech and religion. Discusses the questions pertaining to freedom of speech when multiplied via recordings or film, and how the claims of free expression can be weighed against claims for local, state, or federal protection.
Cast of The Constitution and Censorship
Crew of The Constitution and Censorship
About The Constitution and Censorship
What is The Constitution and Censorship about?
Shows the relationship of the Constitution to the issue of prior restraint on freedom of expression. Presents the case of Burstyn v. Wilson challenging the constitutionality of New York State's film censorship system and Cantwell v. Connecticut involving questions of freedom of speech and religion. Discusses the questions pertaining to freedom of speech when multiplied via recordings or film…
When was The Constitution and Censorship released?
The Constitution and Censorship was released on January 1, 1957.
How long is The Constitution and Censorship?
The Constitution and Censorship runs 29 minutes.
Who directed The Constitution and Censorship?
The Constitution and Censorship was directed by Stephen L. Sharff.
Who is in the cast of The Constitution and Censorship?
The cast of The Constitution and Censorship includes Justice Henry C. Greenberg (Himself), Russell Cantwell (Himself), Hugh M. Flick (Himself), Ephraim S. London (Himself) and Robert Trout (Narrator).