In the US, "NC-17" is practically the same as the old "X" rating, but with a "®" alongside it. And since NC-17's the same as X, no reputable theater would carry such films, regardless of artistic merit, out of fears that they would lose their lease or face heavy fines.

Abd zelieq, since you make a habit of cussing up a blue streak in your blog, no wonder you got "NC-17".