The PBS documentarian Ken Burns has been working for six years on “The War,” a soldier’s-eye view of World War II, and those who have seen parts of the 14-plus hours say they are replete with salty language appropriate to discussions of the horrors of war.
A new Public Broadcasting Service policy that went into effect immediately when it was issued on May 31 requires producers whose shows are broadcast before 10 p.m. to adhere to tough editing requirements when it comes to coarse language, to comply with tightened rulings on broadcast indecency by the Federal Communications Commission.
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/07/22/arts/television/22pbs.html?ex=1311220800&en=132201c2731dccfe&ei=5088
2006-07-27 10:12:40 · 8 answers · asked by wyldfyr 7 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Television
War is hell.
To me, anyways, it is more offensive that we
protect our children from that than that they
hear nasty words.
Moreover, the FCC regulations are having exactly
the effect that content producers fear: It makes them
fear to produce ground-breaking material.
If parents don't like material, then can simply turn
the TV off. If they aren't watching what their
children are watching, they are bad parents.
2006-07-27 10:17:59 · answer #1 · answered by Elana 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I heard about that too. No. The salty language is nothing compared to what some of the soldiers went through. Let them describe it how they want.
The FCC tightened standards are a joke to begin with.
2006-07-27 17:18:21 · answer #2 · answered by busterp 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow! An intelligent question. Thank you!!
No, I think that the series ought to be told in full language. War is Hell, bad language and all. Tell the truth and tell it out loud!!'
USA Veterans RULE!!!
2006-07-27 17:17:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think, in some cases, the harsh language is needed, and I think it helps paint a relatively realistic picture of history. I don't think it should be bleeped. I think that these men fought and some died to defend freedom. Our freedom. If they want to say sh*t, let them.
Anyone who doesn't want to be exposed to such language could always *GASP* change the station.
2006-07-27 17:20:21 · answer #4 · answered by kelly24592 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if ken burn produce it .then it well in reason that nothing will be cut .he do a great job at not offending any one.can't wait to see it
2006-07-27 17:17:39 · answer #5 · answered by idontkno 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they shouldnt have to..but this is Public Television and it is funded in part by the government
2006-07-27 18:07:55 · answer #6 · answered by fee20002000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The theme is adult, a warning should suffice
2006-07-27 17:16:38 · answer #7 · answered by bubu 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. They should not have to.
2006-07-27 17:16:52 · answer #8 · answered by Special Ed 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋