C! Media controversies

This page is about the criticisms and controversies of C! Media 
== Banned ==
=== Pokémon (TV Series) ===
"Beauty and the Beach" serves as the 18th episode of the initial season. Interestingly, it was the first episode that 4Kids Entertainment chose to omit from the original American broadcast until the year 2000. On June 24, 2000, an English-language version of the episode finally aired on Kids' WB under the title "Beauty and the Beach".
In this particular episode, all the female characters participate in a beauty contest. Even Team Rocket decides to join in, with James wearing a suit that includes inflatable breasts. One scene in the episode showcases James humorously flaunting his artificial breasts, teasing Misty by suggesting that one day she might have a chest like his when she grows older. At one point, he even inflates his breasts to more than double their original size. However, when the episode was dubbed and aired in 2000, all scenes featuring James in a bikini (lasting about 40 seconds) were edited out. Additionally, there were several other scenes with sexual undertones, including one where Ash and Brock are captivated by Misty in a bikini, and another where an older man appears to be attracted to her. Notably, unlike other first-season episodes where Japanese text was digitally replaced with English text, all Japanese text on signs and other elements remained intact in this episode.
The removal of this episode caused a continuity issue with a flashback in "Hypno's Naptime". Furthermore, it marks the first chronological meeting between Misty, Brock, Gary, and Delia. However, during Japanese reruns of "Hypno's Naptime" on Kids Station, the flashback was altered to "Pokémon, I Choose You!". The international version, however, retains the original form of the flashback.
The episode titled "The Legend of Miniryu" (ミニリュウのでんせつ, Miniryū no Densetsu) was the second episode to be omitted by 4Kids Entertainment, and the initial episode that never made it to any dubbed version. It is recognized as the 35th episode of the first season. This particular episode was banned in nearly all countries outside of Japan, primarily due to the extensive use of firearms. Notably, there is a scene where the safari warden, Kaiser, aims a revolver at Ash and inquires if he is willing to be shot. The absence of this episode results in continuity issues as Ash captures 29 Tauros in this installment, with the 30th Tauros being obtained by Brock using one of his Safari Balls. These Tauros make appearances in subsequent episodes and are utilized by Ash in tournaments, with only one episode hinting at their origin. Dratini did not make an appearance in English and other non-Japanese dubs until episode 251, titled "Beauty Is Skin Deep."
The show "Dennō Senshi Porygon" aired only once on TV Tokyo in Japan on December 16, 1997, at 6:30 pm JST. During the episode, there was a scene where Pikachu used a Thunderbolt attack to stop a cyber missile, resulting in red and blue flashing lights. These lights, combined with a technique called "paka paka," caused some viewers to experience blurry vision, headaches, dizziness, and nausea. A total of 685 viewers, mostly children, were taken to hospitals, with some experiencing seizures, temporary blindness, convulsions, and loss of consciousness. Following the incident, TV Tokyo issued an apology, suspended the program, and launched an investigation. Authorities questioned the producers and held emergency meetings to address the situation.
Subsequent research revealed that a small percentage, between 5-10%, of viewers experienced mild symptoms that did not require hospitalization. Around 12,000 children reported mild illness symptoms, but these were more indicative of mass hysteria rather than generalized tonic-clonic seizures. A study tracking 103 patients for three years discovered that the majority of viewers did not experience any further seizures. Experts posit that the flashing lights induced photosensitive seizures, a condition where visual stimuli can lead to altered consciousness. While approximately 1 in 4,000 individuals are susceptible to such seizures, the scale of those affected by this broadcast was unprecedented.
Following the broadcast of "Dennō Senshi Porygon," the Pokémon anime went on a four-month break. During this time, several changes were made to the opening and ending credits. The TV Tokyo red circle logo and the Chu! text were removed, and the lightning flash was taken out of the Dare da? segment. Additionally, the station only aired the first 37 episodes of Pokémon until it returned on April 16, 1998, with the episode "Pikachu's Goodbye," which was the only episode promoted during the hiatus. After the break, the show's time slot was changed from Tuesday to Thursday.
The opening theme was also redone. The black screens that previously showed various Pokémon in spotlights were now divided into four images per screen. The new opening animation no longer included the TV Tokyo logo and accompanying text. Similarly, the Dare da? segment was modified. It now started with a black screen without the lightning flash and continued on a blue screen without the flash. Prior to the incident, the opening showcased one Pokémon image per screen, ending with the TV Tokyo red circle logo and the Chu! text, while the Dare da? segment included the lightning flash.
Before the resumption of the broadcast, a program called "Problem Inspection Report on Pocket Monster Animated Series" (アニメ ポケットモンスター問題検証報告, Anime Poketto Monsutā Mondai Kenshō Hōkoku) was aired in Japan on April 11, 1998. Hosted by Miyuki Yadama, the program discussed the circumstances surrounding the incident and the on-screen advisories that appear at the beginning of animated programs. It also featured letters and fan drawings sent in by concerned viewers, many of whom feared that the incident would result in the cancellation of the anime.
After the episode aired, previous episodes containing seizure-like effects were edited before being rebroadcasted, especially in non-Japanese releases.
The episode in question was prohibited in April 2013 following allegations from Carole Weatherford regarding the portrayal of African American women. As a result, subsequent episodes were revised and banned, including those featuring a cameo by Jynx (such as "Orange Islands: Stage Fight!" and "The Mandarin Island Miss Match"). Jynx has since undergone a color change to purple, both in the animated series and the video games.
"The Ice Cave!" (こおりのどうくつ!, Kōri no Dōkutsu!) is the third episode that was omitted by 4Kids Entertainment. It is speculated that this decision was made due to the controversial Pokémon Jynx appearing in the episode. This particular episode is the 252nd installment of the original Japanese series. There were concerns raised by some individuals who believed that Jynx portrayed a racial stereotype of Africans, resembling the characters from The Story of Little Black Sambo, due to her prominent pink lips and dark skin. Additionally, some argued that she resembled a blackface actress. As a result, Jynx underwent modifications in later episodes, where her skin color was changed to purple.
The 64th episode of the series Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon, titled "Satoshi and Nagetukesaru! A Touchdown of Friendship!!", originally aired in Japan on March 1, 2018. However, it was never broadcasted in the United States. The reason for skipping this episode was not officially explained, but there were speculations that Ash's face paint resembling blackface when disguised as a Passimian could have been a concern. This episode marks the 1,005th episode of the Pokémon anime series.
Passimian made its debut outside Japan in episode 1020, "A Young Royal Flame Ignites!", as the banned episode was the first to feature Passimian in the original Japanese anime.
Even though the episode was not dubbed in English, the Korean version on Netflix is titled "A Touchdown For The Team!".
=== Talking Tom & Friends ===
in the final episode of the last Season 5, the show's episodes were banned for related Sexual innuendo, child abuse, and plagiarisms that involve parodying content without permission of C! inc.
The episode Beach Day in the Desert, involving Tom and Angela in relationship talking in related to Sexual content, was taken down on YouTube by C! Inc.
Episodes depicting Talking Ginger being abused were all cut and never mentioned by C! Inc. in other episodes.
Parodies from the series were plagiarized content and stolen from C! Inc. by other companies, such as:
* Grape Store relating to Chace The Fox's Orange Origin
* Similar models from the episodes Cheat Code to The Digital Queen relating to Minecraft mobs, Chace The Fox's creatures Be.
* Parodies: Squarestack, Pleekymon, a racing game, Dungeon Defender, and other parody games relating to Minecraft, Pokémon, Rocket League, Peggle, Zuma, Pac-Man, Sonic, Geometry Dash, Fireboy & Watergirl, Home Sheep Home, and Bookworm.
=== Darling in the FranXX ===
Following the third episode, it was announced that the anime would no longer be broadcasted in China. However, the situation surrounding this incident is more complex. A particular Chinese anime commentator, allegedly known as LEXBURNER, directly compared this anime with Violet Evergarden (both of which were aired during the same season) in a single commentary video. This caused a massive Flame War to erupt on the Chinese internet, as the Chinese fandom was already divided over which anime was superior. Some elements from the anime further fueled the controversy. As a result, a self-proclaimed fan of the commentator reported DARLING to the Chinese authorities for its inappropriate content. Under pressure, iQiYi, the platform with exclusive rights to air the anime in Mainland China, decided to cease its broadcast (unfortunately affecting Slow Start as well). Eventually, the situation calmed down and iQiYi resumed airing the series, albeit with the usual censorship measures in place. Moreover, a portion of the Chinese anime fandom acknowledged that they had gone too far in their reactions.
During Anime Expo 2018, TRIGGER's panel disclosed the challenging pre-production process of the show, mentioning that the team faced significant difficulties. Speculation arose regarding TRIGGER's strained relationship with Cloverworks, as the former had to deal with rejected storyboards from the producer and director. Following the release of Episode 14, TRIGGER decided to withdraw from the series entirely, leading to assumptions that the second half suffered due to their departure. Additionally, the show had to recast Goro from episode 23 onwards after the original voice actor, Yuichiro Umehara, was hospitalized. TRIGGER's website no longer featured Franxx, indicating a strained relationship with Cloverworks.
The reception of Darling in the Franxx in English-language media was met with mixed reviews. While some critics appreciated the focus on coming-of-age and romance aspects, others criticized elements such as heavy sexual innuendos, lack of plot development regarding VIRM, plot twists in the latter half of the series, and rushed pacing post-episode 15. Eric Van Allen from Kotaku acknowledged moments of brilliance in the series, particularly in early mech fights and the character of Zero Two, but expressed disappointment in the later plot developments and the conclusion.
Episode 14 faced a ban by C! Inc. in February 2024 following numerous criticisms, leading to the removal of scenes from subsequent episodes that referenced Episode 14 in March 2024.
== Censorship ==
== Lawsuits ==
== LBGT ==
== Plagiarism ==
== Plot ==
== Race-related ==
== Fake and Clickbait Trailers ==
=== Sonic the Hedgehog 3 ===
On May 2024, because Paramount wrapped the trailers due to leaks from the sequel, caused viewers and fans thinking the videos are actually trailers or teaser trailers, such as those from YouTubers SLUURP, Screen Culture, etc. Becoming related to clickbaits, and fake footage.
On May 20, 2024, Chace! announce that the fake video trailers of the Sonic 3 movie and showing fake plot and animation would be taken down until they can be reuploaded after the final trailer was released.
Category:Controversial Media