Disney+ adds new racism disclaimers

Source: AFP Published: 2020/10/20 19:28:41

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Disney has added extended disclaimers to classics including Peter Pan and Aristocats on its streaming platform to warn viewers that the films contain derogatory stereotypes about minorities.

While previous disclaimers on the streaming platform already acknowledged "outdated cultural depictions," the new warning says certain Disney film stereotypes "were wrong then and are wrong now."

"This program includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures," reads the message, which cannot be skipped by users.

It adds: "Rather than remove this content, we want to acknowledge its harmful impact, learn from it and spark conversation to create a more inclusive future together."



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