Exorcismo: The Transgressive Legacy of Clasificada “S”

This historical documentary examines the evolution of Spanish cinema following the death of Francisco Franco in 1975. It explores the transition from a period of strict censorship to a brief phase of relaxed restrictions, leading to the total abolition of censorship in 1977. The film focuses on the subsequent introduction of the S rating, which was designed to warn audiences about content that might be considered offensive to their sensibilities.

The film was written and directed by Alberto Sedano and produced by Severin Films in the United States. The production features a cast of 20 credited people, including appearances by Álex de la Iglesia, Alejandro Melero, Álex Mendíbil, Antonio Mayans, and Carlos Puerto. Iggy Pop provides the narration for the 119-minute feature. Released on October 3, 2024, the documentary provides a factual account of the transgressive cinematic legacy associated with this specific rating system in Spain.