K-Pop’s Demon Slayers: Netflix’s Animated Movie’s Songs Banned in an English Catholic School
The family-friendly adventure K-Pop Demon Hunters, a Netflix original, has sparked a debate in an English school. The school, Lilliput Church of England Infant School in Dorset, has banned students from singing the movie’s songs due to concerns over lyrics that some may find at odds with their Christian beliefs.
The school’s message to parents highlighted a deep unease with references to demons, associating them with spiritual forces opposed to God and goodness. However, parents have countered that the songs also contain positive messages. The acting head teacher, Lloyd Allington, acknowledged the positive aspects while emphasizing the school’s commitment to respecting diverse beliefs within the community.
This incident comes as K-Pop Demon Hunters has become a hit on Netflix, dethroning Red Notice and securing the top spot for English-language films. The sequel is already in the works, with a release date set for 2029. Sony Animation celebrates the film’s success, marking it as the platform’s Most Popular Original Film of All Time.
The movie introduces Rumi (Arden Cho), Mira (May Hong), and Zoey (Ji-young Yoo) as HUNTR/X, a K-pop group with a secret mission as demon hunters. The ban on singing the songs has sparked a conversation about the impact of media on religious beliefs and the importance of understanding and respecting different perspectives.