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AKA · 02-05-2004, 02:57 PM

Nervous NBC edits 'ER' breast shot

The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES, California -- Janet Jackson's revealing Super Bowl halftime moment has created fallout for "ER," with NBC removing a glimpse of an elderly patient's breast in Thursday's episode.

The network said Wednesday it had "unfortunately concluded that the atmosphere created by this week's events has made it too difficult for many of our affiliates to air this shot."

NBC's decision was criticized by John Wells, the executive producer of the popular and long-running medical drama, who said such "affiliate overreactions" have a "chilling effect" on dramatic integrity.

In a statement, Wells called the Jackson incident at last Sunday's Super Bowl "inappropriate and deplorable on a broadcast intended for viewers of all ages."

But "the incidental exposure of an elderly woman's breast in the context of a medical trauma is not comparable," he said.

Viewers advised of a show's adult content are capable of "making the distinction and adjusting their viewing habits accordingly," he said.

"This type of network behavior is one of the primary reasons that so many of today's producers and viewers are increasingly turning to HBO and other cable outlets that do not censor responsible storytelling," Wells said.

In its statement, NBC agreed that the scene, in which an 80-year-old woman receives emergency treatment, is "appropriate and in context" and noted it would have aired late in the evening, after 10:30 p.m. EST.

But the network said it couldn't ignore the furor that followed a musical number in which Justin Timberlake pulled off part of Jackson's costume, exposing her breast to 89 million viewers.

After consulting with its affiliate board, the network asked the producers of "ER" to remove the nudity.

The one-second nudity provoked complaints from viewers and an investigation by the Federal Communications Commission which, potentially, could expose CBS and its affiliates to millions of dollars in fines.

Jackson took responsibility, saying it was a surprise stunt that went too far.

CBS, which is airing Sunday's Grammy Awards, said it would implement a video delay system to avoid similar problems.

Kay Scarpetta · 02-05-2004, 08:54 PM

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But "the incidental exposure of an elderly woman's breast in the context of a medical trauma is not comparable," he said.

Exactly. I think the viewers of America can distinguish the more appropriate situation between the Superbowl vs. ER. Come on now.. they were talking about it on The View this morning. It's absolutely ridiculous.

Mr. Stefani · 02-05-2004, 08:55 PM

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they were talking about it on The View this morning. It's absolutely ridiculous.

so is Star's exsistance.

Kay Scarpetta · 02-05-2004, 08:56 PM

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so is Star's exsistance.

Hey she's funny

Jenya · 02-05-2004, 09:11 PM

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Exactly. I think the viewers of America can distinguish the more appropriate situation between the Superbowl vs. ER. Come on now.. they were talking about it on The View this morning. It's absolutely ridiculous.

I'm glad I live in Canada!

TJL · 02-05-2004, 09:18 PM

The Grammy Awards will be running on a five second delay, and it looks like the Oscars might be too.

In case one of those Best Supporting Actor nominees gets a bit randy.

Jenya · 02-05-2004, 09:39 PM

Too bad you American guys don't have the luxury of watching Bleu Nuit every week on Québec Superstation TQS .

Mr. Stefani · 02-05-2004, 09:45 PM

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Too bad you American guys don't have the luxury of watching Bleu Nuit every week on Québec Superstation TQS .

South Park's all I need.

M82A1 · 02-05-2004, 09:46 PM

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Too bad you American guys don't have the luxury of watching Bleu Nuit every week on Québec Superstation TQS .

Jeez, what is it with you always recruiting people to go to Canada?

Mr. Stefani · 02-05-2004, 11:47 PM

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AKA Member Forum Star Join Date: Dec 17, 2001 Posts: 15,746	More Janet Jackson fallout: Nervous NBC edits 'ER' breast shot Nervous NBC edits 'ER' breast shot The Associated Press LOS ANGELES, California -- Janet Jackson's revealing Super Bowl halftime moment has created fallout for "ER," with NBC removing a glimpse of an elderly patient's breast in Thursday's episode. The network said Wednesday it had "unfortunately concluded that the atmosphere created by this week's events has made it too difficult for many of our affiliates to air this shot." NBC's decision was criticized by John Wells, the executive producer of the popular and long-running medical drama, who said such "affiliate overreactions" have a "chilling effect" on dramatic integrity. In a statement, Wells called the Jackson incident at last Sunday's Super Bowl "inappropriate and deplorable on a broadcast intended for viewers of all ages." But "the incidental exposure of an elderly woman's breast in the context of a medical trauma is not comparable," he said. Viewers advised of a show's adult content are capable of "making the distinction and adjusting their viewing habits accordingly," he said. "This type of network behavior is one of the primary reasons that so many of today's producers and viewers are increasingly turning to HBO and other cable outlets that do not censor responsible storytelling," Wells said. In its statement, NBC agreed that the scene, in which an 80-year-old woman receives emergency treatment, is "appropriate and in context" and noted it would have aired late in the evening, after 10:30 p.m. EST. But the network said it couldn't ignore the furor that followed a musical number in which Justin Timberlake pulled off part of Jackson's costume, exposing her breast to 89 million viewers. After consulting with its affiliate board, the network asked the producers of "ER" to remove the nudity. The one-second nudity provoked complaints from viewers and an investigation by the Federal Communications Commission which, potentially, could expose CBS and its affiliates to millions of dollars in fines. Jackson took responsibility, saying it was a surprise stunt that went too far. CBS, which is airing Sunday's Grammy Awards, said it would implement a video delay system to avoid similar problems.

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