The film has faced numerous bans and restrictions globally. In several jurisdictions, it has been classified under strict censorship laws due to the nature of its imagery. Censorship:
Be warned: Many portable files are plagued by poor quality, watermarks, or are actually mislabeled adult films. Authenticating a real Maladolescenza portable copy requires checking the opening credits for "Produzioni Atlas Consorziate" and the distinctive Pino Donaggio score (yes, the same composer who worked with Brian De Palma on Carrie and Dressed to Kill ). The film has faced numerous bans and restrictions globally