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One of the biggest issues with Star Trek: Lower Decks’ is it’s censoring of swear words

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One of the biggest issues with Star Trek: Lower Decks' is it's censoring of swear words

As a long-time Star Trek fan who’s seen more episodes than I can count (and some I wish I could forget), I find myself torn between my love for the franchise and my frustration with its latest offering, Lower Decks.

Star Trek has consistently provided content suitable for all ages within a single episode, balancing maturity with family-friendly themes. Rarely was it exclusively designed for adults. Star Trek: Lower Decks is one of the latest series to challenge this approach. Over time, other Star Trek productions have leaned towards more intense action sequences, graphic injuries, and suggestive behaviors.

As a dedicated Star Trek gamer, I’ve noticed a significant escalation in the use of strong language within the series. Previously, an entire season would pass without even a hint of profanity beyond the occasional “darn” or “blast”. However, that tranquil era seems to be long gone, as the new seasons are filled with more explicit language.

As a devoted Star Trek fan, I must say both Discovery and Picard have truly embraced their unique styles, and Lower Decks has been trying to keep pace with this trend. However, unlike other series in the franchise, when characters in Lower Decks use inappropriate language, it gets censored with beeps. Although I appreciate Star Trek’s commitment to maintaining a universal outlook, the frequent “bleeping” in Lower Decks occasionally frustrates me.

When someone speaks something potentially offensive to superiors, you immediately hear an annoying beep silencing the word. It seems peculiar since if they are aware it will be censored, why continue using such words or include them in the script, only for the censor to add that bothersome sound effect? After five seasons, one is well-aware of the acceptable and unacceptable words. So, what’s the point in persistently using the latter if they will be censored anyway?

If you know the words are going to be bleeped out, don’t use them.

The idea isn’t complex, and it doesn’t require such specific language for entertainment. In fact, it seems they’re attempting to be unconventional with their humor, but it feels immature and devoid of sophistication. It’s as if a 12-year-old is trying this approach. The annoying sound effect only intensifies the irritation, creating an overall experience that’s more grating than enjoyable.

Lower Decks occasionally shines, but it continues to feel more like a clone of Rick and Morty than a unique creation. This is why its popularity may never extend beyond its current dedicated fanbase. The show seems to be tailored to the humor trends of 2019-2024, which isn’t necessarily a positive aspect.

Perhaps the current series, Lower Decks, has already established its style and can’t undergo significant changes, but let’s hope the upcoming show will manage humor effectively, using witty dialogues instead of relying on explicit language or jarring sound effects for comedic effect.

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2024-12-16 04:23

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