
Censor
Not Always Negative
Censorship can be protective, such as editing content for children's TV to remove inappropriate material.
The cartoon was censored to be suitable for a younger audience.
Authority Figures
Censors usually represent an authority, like a government body or a regulating committee.
The board of censors decided that the film was not appropriate for audiences under 18.
Cultural Sensitivity
What is censored can vary greatly between different cultures and countries.
The film passed without cuts in Europe but was heavily censored in some other countries.