Mii-chan and Miss Yamada Staff Issue Statement After Backlash
The committee's response, which promises expert consultation and disclaimers, directly addresses criticism that the adaptation could harm people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Reporting from 1 source: Anime News Network.
The production committee for the Mii-chan and Miss Yamada anime issued a statement acknowledging criticism over the announcement, saying it will consult experts to avoid prejudice and misunderstanding, including appropriate ratings and disclaimers. The statement came just over a day after the July 26 announcement, following criticism from animator Terumi Nishii and manga creator Daiki Kasiwa.
The production committee for the Mii-chan and Miss Yamada anime responded to backlash with a promise to consult experts and add appropriate ratings and disclaimers. The statement, issued last week, came just over a day after the July 26 announcement.
Criticism began with animator Terumi Nishii, who likened the adaptation to a freak show, and manga creator Daiki Kasiwa, who cited his daughter's delayed development. Mental health specialist Dr. Akihiko Miura also noted a patient who stopped attending school after being called Mii-chan. The announcement also coincided with the 10th anniversary of the Sagamihara stabbings.
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