The video discusses the evolution of toilets in pop culture, highlighting how they went from being taboo in early cinema to becoming a common comedic and dramatic device in films and TV shows. It covers the Hays Code's impact on film content, Alfred Hitchcock's groundbreaking use of a toilet in "Psycho," and the eventual relaxation of censorship allowing for more explicit toilet-related humor and scenes. The video also touches on the phenomenon of children's fascination with toilet-themed toys and videos, raising concerns about internet safety for kids. The "Skibidi Toilet Syndrome" is mentioned as a bizarre trend where children become obsessed with toilet folklore, leading to parental worries. Overall, the video reflects on society's changing attitudes towards toilets in media and the broader implications for culture and child development.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The first toilet in its modern form appeared in 1883.
2. Toilets were initially considered a taboo subject in films and were rarely shown on screen.
3. The Lumiere brothers' film "Horror Story" was the first to show a toilet in 1895.
4. The Utahs Unity toilet model was a well-known brand in the late 19th century.
5. Buster Keaton, a famous comedian, used everyday objects in his comedy, but never used toilets as a prop.
6. The Hays Code, introduced in the 1930s, prohibited the depiction of toilets and other "indecent" subjects in films.
7. Alfred Hitchcock's film "Psycho" (1960) was one of the first to show a toilet on screen.
8. The introduction of the rating system in the 1960s allowed filmmakers to depict toilets and other previously taboo subjects.
9. Toilets have since become a common location in films, often used for comedic or dramatic effect.
10. Toilets have also been featured in various forms of media, including video games, anime, and cartoons.
11. The "Skibidi Toilet" trend, which involves showing toilets in a humorous or creative way, has become popular on social media.