In the local area, film enthusiasts may be interested to know that the MPAA has a history of giving LGBTQ+ movies NC-17 ratings. This rating can have significant consequences, including theater chains banning the film and making advertising more difficult. The NC-17 rating is often considered a commercial hindrance, leading some filmmakers to make cuts to their work in order to avoid it.

However, others choose not to compromise their artistic vision, even if it means risking an NC-17 rating or disregarding the rating system altogether. Further details about the impact of NC-17 ratings on LGBTQ+ movies are available from the source, including information about specific films that have been affected by this issue.