Matt Smith Criticizes Trigger Warnings in Entertainment

The 'House of the Dragon' actor argues that preemptive content advisories dilute the impact of storytelling.

Smith believes trigger warnings undermine the viewer's experience by preemptively informing them of disturbing content.
He argues that the essence of art is to provoke and challenge audiences, not to shield them from discomfort.
Smith recalls watching intense films at a young age, which he believes shaped his appreciation for challenging stories.
Other actors, including Judi Dench and Ralph Fiennes, have also expressed skepticism about the necessity of trigger warnings.
The debate over trigger warnings continues as they become more common in movies and TV shows.