10 'Hilarious' Movie Moments That Would Get Banned Now

3. Creative Coercion: School For Scoundrels

This thoroughbred from the stable of UK screen comedy cemented a defining image of bad Britishnes into the psyche - that of ultimate bounder Terry Thomas, with his trademark moustache and gap in his teeth. As you can see from the poster image, there was a salacious air to proceedings. However you might be surprised exactly how far that element went. The premise concerned downtrodden fop Ian Carmichael's attempts to reinvent himself as an all-conquering man about town by signing up to the dubious establishment of the title. There he was taught how to get one over on his fellow testosterone users. Seduction played a questionable role, particularly when it came to furniture. A specially-constructed chair would ensure your female companion spilt her drink. Then of course you would be ready to get her dress off and take full advantage. Oh how we laughed. Shortly before we went to prison for sexual bullying...
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I am a journalist and comedian who enjoys American movies of the 70s, Amicus horror compendiums, Doctor Who, Twin Peaks, Naomi Watts and sitting down. My short fiction has been published as part of the Iris Wildthyme range from Obverse Books.