BBC sitcom slapped with trigger warning for ‘discriminatory language’ in ANOTHER woke crackdown

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The BBC sitcom “Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em” has faced a trigger warning for using potentially discriminatory language, marking another instance of increased sensitivity towards offensive content.

In the 1975 holiday episode on the streaming platform iPlayer, a notice appears at the beginning indicating that the program might include offensive or discriminatory language.

The incident sparked numerous complaints alleging a derogatory remark towards homosexuality, as Michael Crawford’s character, Frank Spencer, was referred to as a “pixie faggot” following his costume choice of a pixie.

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but exclaim that in this captivating moment, it’s me – the self-proclaimed Pixie King! Yes, I’m the one who befriends every cherished little boy and girl out there. It’s an honor to be their friend in this magical realm of ours.

A boy turns to him and replies: ‘Oh no you’re not, you’re a p**f.’

Frank responds: ‘I beg your pardon! Block your ears!’ 

The warning reads: ‘This episode contains discriminatory language which some may find offensive.’ 

A Doctor Who spin-off, too, received ‘discriminatory’ warning labels not long ago, following the re-release of a previously missing episode by a month.

Initially broadcast in 1966, “The Savages” featured the original Time Lord, William Hartnell, in his debut role. However, it is now considered missing from the official archives by the broadcasting company.

However, an animated remake has recently been released on DVD, albeit with a string of warnings. 

According to reports, the British Board of Film Classification cautioned that the program included dialogue suggesting prejudice and a biased societal system within an extraterrestrial civilization.

The content is labeled as suitable for general audiences, featuring scenes with mild peril, spooky elements, allusions to prejudice, and instances of gentle aggression.

Previously, Matt Smith, known for portraying the 11th Doctor in the show, openly expressed his disagreement with content warnings being used before films.

As a teen, the actor often visited local video rental stores and chose to watch erotic thrillers such as “Basic Instinct” for their suspenseful elements. However, he now expresses concern that contemporary films and television shows seem to be toning down the intensity compared to the past.

Matt suggests that the essence of watching a ‘thriller’ or an ‘unsettling’ experience is diminished due to the presence of trigger warnings.

He shared with The Times, “I have concerns that things are becoming overly simplified and sensationalized. We’re setting up the audience to feel afraid before they even start watching.

The actor from The House Of Dragons stated, “Ah, trigger warnings – the contemporary notion that adults can’t handle feeling distressed by art. Isn’t it the very purpose of art to shock, surprise, and stir us?”

In this paraphrase, I have tried to maintain the original meaning while making the language more accessible for a general audience. The sentence is still formal but should be easier to understand due to the simpler phrasing and more common words used.

It’s unfortunate when stories are heavily censored due to the prevailing atmosphere, and people hesitate to share them. I’m still pondering about my agreement with cautionary statements or ‘trigger warnings’.

After gaining fame from his role in the popular series Doctor Who, he has deliberately sought out characters portraying complex individuals. He emphasized that such roles are important and relevant, especially in today’s society, where we should be tackling morally challenging stories.

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2025-08-09 03:49