[All] Controversy over the mission of the firefighter who died in the line of duty in War of Destiny 49! Bereaved family, cause of death, Park Na-rae, lawsuit
In episode 2 of the Disney+ original variety show 'Fate War 49', there is a mission to guess the cause of death of a firefighter who died in the line of duty.
Controversy spread over whether the consent of the bereaved family was obtained.
We have summarized the bereaved family's position, the production team's explanation, and the remaining tasks.
1. The Destiny War 49 Controversy: What Was the Problem?
Destiny War 49 is a survival show where 49 fortune tellers compete to prove their skills.
The problematic scene was the 'Guess the Sign of the Dead' mission in episode 2.
Only information such as the deceased's date of birth and time of death was provided, and the participants were asked to deduce the cause of death.
In this process, the case of the late firefighter Kim Cheol-hong, who died in the line of duty at the Hongje-dong fire scene in 2001, emerged.
The tension unique to survival shows was emphasized with the addition of the cast's deductive remarks and the panelists' reactions.
The controversy grew as the scene spread online.
2. From the bereaved family's perspective: Why were they angry?
A person who identified himself as a bereaved family member expressed strong regret through social media.
The gist of the argument is as follows:
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especially "It's hard to accept that people spent their time like it was a game of guessing a family member's death." The expression resonated with me.
It has been brought to our attention again that 25 years have passed, but the wounds of the bereaved families are still ongoing.
3. Production team explanation and key issues
The production team stated that they had prior consent and consultation.
But the crux of this controversy isn't simply consent.
The issue is this:
1) What was the scope of consent?
2) Was the explanation of the program format sufficient?
3) Are legal consent and ethical responsibility the same?
There may not be any legal issues.
However, the social symbolism of the word ‘martyrdom’ is very heavy.
Viewers are asking about “ethical appropriateness” rather than “procedural consent.”
4. Remaining homework and the aftermath
As of now, further comments from the platform and production team are limited.
Remaining tasks include strengthening guidelines when using real-life cases, transparently disclosing communication with bereaved families,
Measures to prevent recurrence are being prepared.
Some viewers have even started to unsubscribe and boycott the show.
While the program is unlikely to be canceled immediately, it could impact whether the season continues.
Finally, we remember the noble sacrifice of the six firefighters who died at the Hongje-dong fire scene.
We pray for the repose of the souls of the deceased.
FAQ
Q1. Is the problematic episode 2 still available to watch?
As of now, streaming is still ongoing without any modifications.
Q2. Do the cast members have a lot of responsibility?
While some of the comments have been criticized, many believe that structural responsibility lies with the production staff, who have the power to plan and edit.
Q3. Is there a possibility of legal action?
Defamation of character is a complex matter. However, the scope of consent and the process of explanation can continue to be debated.
Q4. Is this connected to the discussion about Park Na-rae's departure?
The current controversy is not about the cast, but about the format and production method.