Stop Channel 5 Broadcasting 'Respectable'
We, the undersigned, believe that Channel 5s new sitcom, 'Respectable', due to be screened in August 2006, about women selling sex in a brothel as subject of humour is a gross misrepresentation of the... continue reading »
"I want to see programmes on telly that show respect for women. A show like this is insulting and degrading for women. City and Country Plymouth, England"
"Prostitution is not a joking matter. If you have ever worked in the industry you will know and to turn this into "lighthearted" comedy material is going down the road that all the woman-haters of the world want you to do. Do not put this out for public vi"
"It is disgraceful that 'Respectable' could be thought of as entertainment. It is making out that prostitution is glamourous. IT IS NOT. It exploits, demeans and enslaves women. It should not be broadcast. City and Country N. Ireland"
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"Stop making things worse than they already are in this world. City and Country Canada"
"Depicting prostitution as something happy and comedic only creates more acceptance of prostitution in our society; the more men use prostitutes, the more women will become involved and be exposed to dangers that they should never experience. City and Coun"
"For the people who are trafficked into prostitution against their will, this 'comedy' is a sick joke. Broadcasters such as Channel 5 have responsibility not just to entertain but to ensure they do not mislead the public. The basis of this show is misleadi"
"I am all in favour of humour but this sounds abusive to both men and women and is sick rather than funny."
"В City and Country Melbourne, Australia"
