is the korean author of the novel happy with censorship? are korean lgbt people ok with it?
The boycotters aren't just American or European. A lot of us are Asian and come from countries in Asia that are more homophobic than Korea
"... other countries operate differently from theirs" "I honestly Hope they adapt more BL webtons/novels into Friendship dramas"
I'm concerned that you're relying on cultural differences to excuse oppressive policies. Who are you to make that judgment call? It's entitled of you to hope that more gay works are censored to appeal to your preferences or prejudices against gay relationships
"... just like ALL Koreans are"
You can't speak for everyone
Silence =/= acceptance. There are a number of reasons why Korean gay people haven't spoken out publicly against the censorship, such as fear of reprisal or lack of awareness
Even if some Korean gay people aren't personally bothered by censorship, it's not moral to allow censorship to go unchallenged
"Gay netizens are more pressed about real issues concerning their health and safety"
Censorship is a real issue. Representation in media has a positive effect on gay people's lives, mental health, and sense of belonging. It's not about one character, it's about creating a society where gay people feel seen and valued
You shameless homophobes can't grasp that airing gay dramas on Korean mainstream media is a step towards tolerance, it normalizes and humanizes gay people in the eyes of the general public. Riots aren't a guaranteed outcome
just to add, it's not only the author who has no problem with this drama, it's the primary audience made up of…
"The world has bigger problems"
Caring is not a finite resource
Problems exist everywhere, and lack of gay representation is one problem that deserves to be addressed. I care about it and other problems at the same time
"You lot don't have enough problems in life"
Pardon us for caring about gay representation
"Connect to government officials and tell them your grievances ..."
just to add, it's not only the author who has no problem with this drama, it's the primary audience made up of…
No Korean complaining about censorship is a direct result of Korea being homophobic and the censorship being effective
Homophobia and discrimination against the gay community are human rights violations. As allies, it's our responsibility to speak out against homophobia and censorship, in our country or another country
just to add, it's not only the author who has no problem with this drama, it's the primary audience made up of…
The drama was censored because 1) the majority feel entitled to never see anything gay, they complain and trash producers until they cave and cater to their homophobia, 2) money
No sir/ma'am, the reasons for censorship aren't justifiable
The audacity to call BL fans entitled. The real entitlement is with the majority who act like they are subjected to a personal attack every time they see a gay couple on TV and demand that gay media be censored to preserve their delicate sensibilities
The Korean gay community not making noise =/= they are okay with censorship
What if they are tired of fighting the system? What if they are afraid of being targeted if they speak out? You're assuming silence equals acceptance. It can be a sign of fear, resignation, or exhaustion
We all know no straight webtoon/novel/drama/movie can beat a good friendship
"... other countries operate differently from theirs"
"I honestly Hope they adapt more BL webtons/novels into Friendship dramas"
I'm concerned that you're relying on cultural differences to excuse oppressive policies. Who are you to make that judgment call? It's entitled of you to hope that more gay works are censored to appeal to your preferences or prejudices against gay relationships
"... just like ALL Koreans are"
You can't speak for everyone
Silence =/= acceptance. There are a number of reasons why Korean gay people haven't spoken out publicly against the censorship, such as fear of reprisal or lack of awareness
Even if some Korean gay people aren't personally bothered by censorship, it's not moral to allow censorship to go unchallenged
"Gay netizens are more pressed about real issues concerning their health and safety"
Censorship is a real issue. Representation in media has a positive effect on gay people's lives, mental health, and sense of belonging. It's not about one character, it's about creating a society where gay people feel seen and valued
You shameless homophobes can't grasp that airing gay dramas on Korean mainstream media is a step towards tolerance, it normalizes and humanizes gay people in the eyes of the general public. Riots aren't a guaranteed outcome
Caring is not a finite resource
Problems exist everywhere, and lack of gay representation is one problem that deserves to be addressed. I care about it and other problems at the same time
"You lot don't have enough problems in life"
Pardon us for caring about gay representation
"Connect to government officials and tell them your grievances ..."
Good idea
Homophobia and discrimination against the gay community are human rights violations. As allies, it's our responsibility to speak out against homophobia and censorship, in our country or another country
No sir/ma'am, the reasons for censorship aren't justifiable
The audacity to call BL fans entitled. The real entitlement is with the majority who act like they are subjected to a personal attack every time they see a gay couple on TV and demand that gay media be censored to preserve their delicate sensibilities
The Korean gay community not making noise =/= they are okay with censorship
What if they are tired of fighting the system? What if they are afraid of being targeted if they speak out? You're assuming silence equals acceptance. It can be a sign of fear, resignation, or exhaustion