COUNCILLORS in Bury could today become the new super-heroes for young children desperate to see the hit movie "Spider-Man".
They will watch a special screening of the blockbuster and decide whether to reduce its classification from a 12 to a PG.
Parents have asked the town hall for help after their youngsters were refused admission to the action film because they were under 12.
The licensing and safety panel will see the film today at Warner Village Cinemas in Pilsworth. If they reduce its rating, the movie could become an even bigger hit with the school holidays starting this week. Councillors will meet after the screening to make up their minds. Any change could be in place by the weekend.
Several other councils have used their powers to relax the rules, knowing that many children are keen to see the comic book hero (played by Tobey Maguire) battle it out with the Green Goblin, played by Willem Dafoe.
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