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Dropping F-bombs on Mars

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So here’s an interesting topic: profanity in art and entertainment. Obviously, art and entertainment are subjective, so some people will be fine with profanity while others will not be. But is there a middle ground? When is profanity acceptable or perhaps even appropriate in a book, television show, or movie? Some people would say it never is. Other people say as much as is needed to tell an authentic story. Other folk might say the more the better. Surely it varies. But is there an appropriate time and place for it? Perhaps it’s a you-know-it-when-you-see-it kind of thing. An occasional swear word here and there when used in context can underscore the emotional component of a scene. And it is certainly often representative of “real life”. People use profanity in their daily lives all the time, some more than others; young people probably more; parents with small children trying to set a good example probably less. But is there a standard