10 Shocking Scenes That Prove TV Has Gone Too Far
1. The Orgy (Westworld)
The fifth episode of HBO’s new hit series, Westworld, featured a 4-minute orgy scene, showing both male and female genitalia, sex acts, and even a woman pleasuring herself. The length and detail shown in the scene has shocked viewers and spurred endless complaints concerning TV regulations.
While HBO has been known to push the boundaries of sex and violence in the past, the latest scene in Westworld really marked a new low, or high, for cable television. I mean, it was basically porn. The orgy plays out in the background, as some of the show’s protagonists argue and fight. It could be said that the scene was a little out of place in the setting provided, and did nothing to help the story move forward.
On social media, many have complained that the scene was too graphic and served no real purpose. The freedom of cable channels is substantial compared to broadcast networks, and many have pointed out that the show should not air at 9 p.m. on a Sunday, if it contains such graphic violence and nudity.
Agree with this list? What scenes do you think took things too far? Share your thoughts down in the comments.