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Are crime films becoming too violent for audiences?

Keshia Ruffey

Hey friend,

Thanks for asking such an interesting question! In my opinion, crime films have definitely become more violent over the years, and I think it's a result of a few different factors.

First, advances in technology have made it easier for filmmakers to create more realistic and gruesome scenes. Special effects and CGI can be incredibly lifelike, which can make violent scenes in movies feel all the more disturbing.

Also, I think audiences today are more desensitized to violence than they used to be. With the prevalence of violent news stories and video games, people are exposed to violent content more often than they used to be. This means that filmmakers may feel that they need to up the ante in order to shock and engage viewers.

That being said, I do think that some crime films go too far in their depictions of violence. It's not uncommon for me to turn off a movie or walk out of a theater if I feel like the violence is gratuitous or over-the-top. I think it's important for filmmakers to consider their audience and to be responsible with the content that they create.

However, I also believe that it's up to individuals to determine what they're comfortable with watching. If someone doesn't enjoy violent movies, they have the option of not watching them. But for those who do enjoy them, there's nothing inherently wrong with that as long as they understand that the violence they're seeing is fictional.

Overall, I think crime films can certainly be too violent for some viewers. But as long as filmmakers are mindful of their audience and their responsibility to portray violence in a responsible way, I believe that there is a place for these types of movies in the film industry.