Menu
03/09/2008
Movie Posters Slammed For 'Glamourising' Guns
Two posters advertising an action movie have been slammed by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for "glamorising" guns and violence.
One of the posters advertising 'Wanted' showed Angelina Jolie holding a gun pointed upwards, and her co-star James McAvoy with a gun in each hand, pointed towards the viewer.
Seventeen complaints were made to the ASA, and of these, seven also objected on the grounds the posters were unsuitable for children.
The second poster featured Jolie draped on a car bonnet, holding a gun, along with some text which read "Six weeks ago I was just like you… and then I met her… and my world was changed forever."
Universal Pictures, the movie studio behind the picture, said the film was based on a comic book, with the adverts reflecting that style. It said the stars were in 'stylised' poses and the posters reflected this.
However, the ASA ruled the posters were unsuitable to be seen by children, and glorified violence.
In a ruling, the ASA said: "We acknowledged most viewers would understand the posters reflected the content of an action film.
"However, we considered, that because the ads featured a glamorous actress, action poses, several images of or related to guns and aspirational text, they could be seen to glamourise the use of guns and violence."
(JM)
One of the posters advertising 'Wanted' showed Angelina Jolie holding a gun pointed upwards, and her co-star James McAvoy with a gun in each hand, pointed towards the viewer.
Seventeen complaints were made to the ASA, and of these, seven also objected on the grounds the posters were unsuitable for children.
The second poster featured Jolie draped on a car bonnet, holding a gun, along with some text which read "Six weeks ago I was just like you… and then I met her… and my world was changed forever."
Universal Pictures, the movie studio behind the picture, said the film was based on a comic book, with the adverts reflecting that style. It said the stars were in 'stylised' poses and the posters reflected this.
However, the ASA ruled the posters were unsuitable to be seen by children, and glorified violence.
In a ruling, the ASA said: "We acknowledged most viewers would understand the posters reflected the content of an action film.
"However, we considered, that because the ads featured a glamorous actress, action poses, several images of or related to guns and aspirational text, they could be seen to glamourise the use of guns and violence."
(JM)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
23 October 2015
Stun Guns Disguised As Torches Seized
Stun guns disguised as torches and phones have been seized at Glasgow Airport by Border Force officers. Five men from Glasgow have been sentenced to 850 hours of community service, after they were caught to carrying the illegal weapons. The men had returned to Glasgow from a stag party trip to Thailand.
Stun Guns Disguised As Torches Seized
Stun guns disguised as torches and phones have been seized at Glasgow Airport by Border Force officers. Five men from Glasgow have been sentenced to 850 hours of community service, after they were caught to carrying the illegal weapons. The men had returned to Glasgow from a stag party trip to Thailand.
24 November 2008
Minister Unveils Police Taser Plans
Police officers across England and Wales could soon be armed with Taser stun guns, under new plans. Home Secretary Jacqui Smith announced that front-line staff in all 43 forces will be trained to use the weapons, which are currently only used by small units of firearms officers.
Minister Unveils Police Taser Plans
Police officers across England and Wales could soon be armed with Taser stun guns, under new plans. Home Secretary Jacqui Smith announced that front-line staff in all 43 forces will be trained to use the weapons, which are currently only used by small units of firearms officers.
21 July 2015
Police Seize Large Haul Of Dangerous Weapons In London
Police have seized a large haul of dangerous weapons after searching two properties and a car in north-west London. The addresses, NW10 and W8, were searched by police on 20 July.
Police Seize Large Haul Of Dangerous Weapons In London
Police have seized a large haul of dangerous weapons after searching two properties and a car in north-west London. The addresses, NW10 and W8, were searched by police on 20 July.
18 January 2013
Met To Spend Over £800,000 On Taser Rollout
Over £800,000 is being spent equipping Met police response vehicles with Tasers, despite growing concerns over their use. The total budget for the weapons is £817,864 for the first stage of the rollout in the capitols 32 boroughs.
Met To Spend Over £800,000 On Taser Rollout
Over £800,000 is being spent equipping Met police response vehicles with Tasers, despite growing concerns over their use. The total budget for the weapons is £817,864 for the first stage of the rollout in the capitols 32 boroughs.
20 September 2012
Home Secretary Says Routine Police Should Remain Unarmed
In the wake of the “savage” killing of two female officers in Manchester, home secretary Theresa May has said police should not routinely carry guns. The home secretary cut short her holiday to return to the UK to visit the headquarters of Greater Manchester police on Wednesday.
Home Secretary Says Routine Police Should Remain Unarmed
In the wake of the “savage” killing of two female officers in Manchester, home secretary Theresa May has said police should not routinely carry guns. The home secretary cut short her holiday to return to the UK to visit the headquarters of Greater Manchester police on Wednesday.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:After a dry start this morning rain will spread from the northwest across all parts. This afternoon will be dull with some patchy rain and drizzle. Becoming much milder through the afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:A cloudy evening and night with a little light rain or drizzle, perhaps some clear periods developing along the east coast. A very mild night everywhere. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
