'Watching crime shows, I've become more afraid'<\/p>\n
Like them or not, crime shows have become big parts of most TV
\nstations' lineups. Despite the high ratings many of these shows
\nearn, people are concerned about their possible impact on
\nsociety. The Jakarta Post discussed the issue with several
\nresidents.<\/p>\n
Wawan Kurniawan, 27, is a teacher at a private high school in
\nKebayoran Baru, South Jakarta. He lives in Rawamangun, East
\nJakarta, with his wife:<\/p>\n
I think crime shows on TV have a negative impact on people,
\nparticularly young people who watch these programs with much
\nenthusiasm. I'm afraid that by being exposed to such programs,
\nthey will resort to violence.<\/p>\n
In a larger context, I'm worried that people may start to
\njustify acts of violence by blaming the influence of these crime
\nshows.<\/p>\n
I disagree with the airing of violent shows. It is unnecessary
\nto show vulgar pictures, and it will only make our country
\nuncivilized.<\/p>\n
I suggest TV stations edit the shows. TV stations must also
\nconsider the broadcast times as these programs are available
\nnationwide.<\/p>\n
Delila, 29, works at a company in South Jakarta. She lives in
\nRadio Dalam, South Jakarta, with her family:<\/p>\n
I think criminals should be treated harshly, like they are on
\nthese TV crime shows. However, TV stations must reduce the
\nvulgarity in the shows. They shouldn't just pursue ratings.<\/p>\n
Crime shows have gotten more and more vulgar in the reform
\nera. They didn't have programs like this during the New Order.<\/p>\n
Imported movies are censored, so why should local shows like
\nthese be left uncensored?<\/p>\n
I'm afraid children will copy the scenes they see on TV. It's
\npossible.<\/p>\n
I also wonder about the importance of crime shows since they
\ndon't necessarily deter criminals. Drugs, rape and other crimes
\nare all increasing. Maybe criminals are watching the shows to
\nlearn new ways to commit crimes.<\/p>\n
Dati, 32, is a housewife who lives in Cijantung, East Jakarta:<\/p>\n
I think TV crime shows are very good for housewives who spend
\nmost of their time at home. They give us information about what
\nis going on out there. This information is useful every time I go
\nout.<\/p>\n
But now I tend to be negative and suspicious of other people,
\nparticularly when I'm on public transportation. The more I watch
\ncrime shows, the more frightened I become.<\/p>\n
It's hard to say if I agree or disagree with the shows. On the
\none hand, the facts show that crime is increasing. On the other
\nhand, these shows scare me and have affected me psychologically.<\/p>\n
-- Leo Wahyudi S.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/watching-crime-shows-ive-become-more-afraid-1447893297", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }