"Mary Poppins' UK Age Rating Raised Due to Discriminatory Language"
TL;DR
The U.K. has increased the age rating for the 1964 film "Mary Poppins" from U to PG due to the use of discriminatory language, specifically the term "hottentots." The British Board of Film Classification cited concerns about exposing children to distressing language and behavior, leading to the decision. The film's historical context was noted, but the use of the term was deemed to exceed acceptable language guidelines for a U rating.
- ‘Mary Poppins’ age rating increased in U.K. due to ‘discriminatory language’ NBC News
- Mary Poppins film age rating raised over 'discriminatory language' BBC.com
- Why Disney's 'racist' Mary Poppins could have been much worse The Telegraph
- Mary Poppins' UK age rating raised to PG due to discriminatory language The Guardian
- 'Mary Poppins' age rating changed in UK over 'discriminatory language' New York Post
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