BBC sparks controversy by calling for a ban on anime

BBC sparks controversy by calling for a ban on anime

Rafael Shinzo
My name is Rafael Alves, known as Rafael Shinzo. I created AnimeNew in 2009 with the mission of providing coverage of anime, manga, and games directly from...

The renowned British broadcaster BBC has recently caused outrage in the otaku community . In a new documentary, the channel questions the ethics behind erotic depictions of childlike characters. According to the report, such content normalizes dangerous behaviors in pop culture .

Therefore, the BBC argues that these works should be illegal worldwide. However, the reaction in Japanese forums, such as the famous Yaraon , was immediate and aggressive. Japanese internet users accuse the West of systematic hypocrisy . Furthermore, they cite that Japan has drastically lower rates of real crimes against minors than the United Kingdom .

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BBC Documentary – Anime

Many fans argue that fictional content serves as a psychological outlet. Therefore, banning cartoons would not solve concrete social problems. On the other hand, international pressure continues to grow on animation studios and famous manga . The debate over freedom of expression versus moral protection is far from over. Thus, the cultural clash between Eastern values ​​and Western demands gains a new and tense chapter.

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My name is Rafael Alves, known as Rafael Shinzo. I created AnimeNew in 2009 with the mission of providing coverage of anime, manga, and games directly from Japan.