Description: Opens with a discussion of the obscenity of 2 Live Crew's music and their reception across the country. Interview with City Councillor James Kelly, who wants concert moved to Combat Zone. Rap group cancels for business reason. Kelly at desk. Exterior and interior shots of the Channel night club, and interview with owner Harry Booras. Blank spot between story and b-roll (concert video).
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 07/20/1990
Description: City councilor Dapper O'Neil addresses City Council about the seven photos he thinks should be removed from Mapplethorpe exhibit. City councilor David Scondras defends freedom of expression. Boston City Council votes against censoring the exhibition. City councilor James Kelly compares his idea of art with his idea of pornography. Kelly proposed a rent hike on city leases, such as for Institute of Contemporary Art building.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 08/08/1990