Lost Quote by David Jason
“There are certain values that, in my opinion, television has lost - various moral lines. How far you go in, say, revealing what people get up to on reality TV, and also graphic violence and swearing - the taboo of various swear-words is no longer there. It's worrying.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TV commentary, 2015
Television has eroded moral boundaries, showing graphic content and profanity without restraint.
In simple terms: TV now often ignores moral limits.
Recognize media influence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family viewing
- content rating
- media literacy
- policy debate
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should there be stricter content standards?
- How does exposure affect youth values?
Audience desensitization may reduce the impact of serious issues.