The Australian fairy tale “Blue” tells about the adventures of a six-year-old blue heeler female, as well as the adventures of her family and loved ones. “Creative develops her imagination, and also strengthens her physical and emotional resilience” – reports “”. The world premiere of the animation took place on October 1, 2018. Since then, it has won the hearts of the youngest viewers around the world. Adults – not necessarily. Especially one of the episodes in which the promotion of fat shaming was found.
A fine line
The Australian Broadcasting Company (ABC) and BBC Studios decided to censor one episode of the cartoon called “Exercise” and re-produce it. The controversy centered around a scene in which Blue’s dad, Bandit, stands on the scales, grabs his hands and declares in front of the mirror that should start practicing. He looks dissatisfied.
After a while, Chilli’s mom agrees with him, suggesting that she should also increase her level of physical activity. Concerned parents and health professionals have pointed out that this approach to the figure may negatively affect the younger audience. Joining the appeal was nutritionist Dr Kyla Ringrose, who stated on social media: “Watching Bandit and Chilli weigh in and openly criticize their bodies in front of the kids was really unpleasant.”
“It’s absurd”
The decision to censor the episode caused much controversy. Opponents of the accusations also came to the fore, who wrote in social media: “This is some absurdity”, “The world is going in the wrong direction, I’m afraid to speak out so as not to be accused of something.” Sky News host Caleb Bond said she was a joke, directed mainly at parentswho spend most of their time with children and work. This was emphasized by Blue’s dad in response to his daughter’s words.
– And even if the child watched the scene and said that he needs to practice more? Are you telling me that’s a bad thing too? thundered Caleb Bond on the air. One of the interviewees also suggested that fairy tales for children should not be turned into a “political game”, but simply enjoyed.
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Source: Gazeta
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