First Monday in October

The movie we watched in class today dealt with pornography and how it played in society back then. I think today’s porn compared to that of 30 years ago, during the 1970’s, have changed tremendously. I believe that modern day porn is more perverted, degrading and filthy than what it used to be. Pornography is readily available to everyone, especially with the internet. So much so, that porn websites appear in “pop-ups” luring you to check out their website even if you were not looking for it. Having access to these websites is not a good thing especially if children can find them easily if there were no parental supervision. In today’s society, it’s sad because we are so desensitized to all these explicit material that it is the norm. Back then, it was said to be taboo. I think if porn was to be only shown in theaters like they used to, then I think the industry would not profit as much as they do today. I think those who are into pornography will be ashamed to be caught seeing a porn film in public. With it readily available on the internet in the comforts and privacy of our home, it’s likely that more people will access these types of websites without any hesitation and avoid any possible ridicule or judgment from others.

My opinion on all this is that if you want to watch these explicative types of movies, go ahead. Everyone has the choice to watch it or not. Pornography is an industry so huge now, that it has become almost acceptable throughout the world. With the internet, porn reaches those who seek them. The industry will continue to operate and grow whether we like it or not. It’s a matter of setting better and stricter regulations that keep children from accessing these types of material.