Debating the Blue Story film ban

BLUE Story, a violent gang film made by the BBC, was axed from cinemas after 100 thugs armed with machetes and knives crashed its opening evening on Friday, November 22.

In a statement, Vue said: "During the first 24 hours of the film over 25 significant incidents were reported and escalated to senior management in 16 separate cinemas.

Issues it caused

Disturbing images have emerged of a baby-faced teenager wearing a camo jacket and holding what appears to be a large machete 

Footage also shows terrified crowds evacuated as cops arrested at least five people including a 13-year-old girl on suspicion of assaulting police.

BBC article against Blue Story being banned as part of a national moral panic about the content of the film.

"Blue Story is a fantastic film and one with a very powerful message. It is a film that has the opportunity to change lives. We hope that Blue Story achieves the success it deserves and importantly its message does not get lost."

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