This document summarizes arguments made in 1999 by Aminatta Forna advocating for film censorship and Mark Kermode arguing against censorship. Forna argues that some films like Romper Stomper and Birth of a Nation promote racial violence and should be censored or banned. She also argues that some scenes depicting rape or sexual violence could inspire real acts and should be cut. Kermode counters that film censorship is impossible and adults should be free to watch what they want, and that parents are responsible for monitoring their children's viewing. He argues films have different meanings to different people and should not be edited or banned.