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Swearing
Television (Full Length) – 2004
In this documentary comedian Mike King looks at the social history of swearing in Aotearoa, from everyday lingo to what we're exposed to in the media and pop culture. King talks to linguists, psychologists, censors, cultural commentators and famous Kiwis about the power of certain Anglo-Saxon words to stir up society. Sir Ed Hillary recalls his famous Everest quote and Tim Shadbolt discusses his 1970 jail term for 'public obscenity'. Comedian Arthur Baysting recounts making headlines in 1979 as the first Kiwi to utter the 'f' word on state television, and comedian Michèle A'Court happily reclaims the 'c' word.
Warning: This content contains offensive language (obviously perhaps).
Probably, on impulse when agitated by various people.– Vox pop answer to question: do you use swear words?
Key Cast & Crew
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Produced by
South Pacific Video Production
Acknowledgements
Made with funding from NZ On Air
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