ABC has a tendency of showing the film Saving Private Ryan on Memorial Day. They give a warning at the beginning that they will broadcast the beginning of the film unedited. The scene they want to show in its entirety is the invasion of Normandy, which is depicted by Steven Spielberg as very intense.
The scene is unedited to show respect for veterans. It is not a romantic scene of war. There is bravery shown, but there is also chaos and horrifying deaths. The network believes this is important for the American public to see.
So this viewing of violence is important for the mass public to see because it’s a more realistic depiction of war. Then why is it rated R? That means that anyone under the age of 17 cannot purchase a ticket for the movie. The Motion Picture Association of America is a ruled organization that deems ratings for films as a way to protect the children. Oh I mean…”to advance the business and the art of filmmaking and its enjoyment around the world.” Right.
In the documentary This Film Is Not Yet Rated an argument is brought up on how Hollywood rationalizes violence in films. If it is a realistic portrayal that shows the damage it can cause to individuals and all around him then it’s R. If there isn’t blood or any gory damage, then it can be PG-13, which really means kids of any age, can go see that in theatres. In an attempt to protect the children, we’re teaching them about an illusion of violence.
Things are heating up with Libya. The air raid will not be the only thing that will happen. How the media will cover it will say a lot about how they will comment on violence and war. In terms of properly educating people on what is happening should we honest, should we be educating, or should we keep talking Supermoon?
--Austin Lugar
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