POOLE, UK: A Church of England school in Dorset has asked students not to sing songs from the popular Netflix film KPop Demon Hunters, citing concerns over references to demons. Lilliput Church of England Infant School informed parents on November 14 that some community members were “deeply uncomfortable” with the movie’s themes, which they said conflicted with Christian beliefs.
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Acting headteacher Lloyd Allington clarified on November 17 that while some parents highlighted positive messages in the songs, the school wanted to support students and families who found references to demons “challenging.” The school emphasized that children are not being told the songs are inherently wrong but are encouraged to respect the beliefs of peers who may be uncomfortable with the content.
Some parents expressed frustration, describing the reasoning as “ridiculous.” One parent said their daughter, who is “very into K-Pop,” and her friends enjoy the film’s music. Others noted that songs like Golden promote teamwork and positive lessons.
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KPop Demon Hunters is one of Netflix’s hit movies, following the fictional K-Pop girl band Huntr/x as they use their music and combat skills to protect humans from demons. The school said its guidance is meant to balance enjoyment of popular culture with respect for diverse religious views within the student community.