Wiki 24:Policy

== Neutral point of view ==

: '''''[[Wiki 24:About|Wiki 24]]''' has a Neutral Point of View Policy similar to [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Neutral_point_of_view that of Wikipedia].''

Although the world of ''[[24]]'' is fictional, it may inspire strong feelings.  Some interpretation may be necessary in order to write a thorough and complete article; however, please avoid making value judgements about the characters or events on the show.  Instead, report as accurately and completely as possible what happened without taking sides.

:'''Instead of:''' In a foolhardy but heroic move, Agent [[Owen]] rushed out to save Agent [[King]] from the crossfire.
:'''Write something like:''' Despite clear orders from Jack Bauer, Agent Owen rushed out to save Agent King from the crossfire.

Writing as accurately and as objectively as possible will make the site more useful for everyone. 

Of course ''24'' does not exist in a vacuum, and it may be appropriate to report on such things as fan response and real-life influences on the creation of the show.  When writing on fan response (for instance, the [[silent clock]]), it is best to include as many different sides as possible, including that of the show's creative team, if available. Remember that if a controversy is important enough to be included here, it must have at least two strong opposing arguments.

:'''Instead of:''' Tony was in every season and his death sucked and everybody loved him.  He should have had a silent clock.
:'''Write something like:''' Because Tony was in every season and his character was popular, many fans felt that he should have had a silent clock.  Others, however, argued that having two silent clock episodes in a row diminished the power of the technique.

However, do not dress up your personal opinion as fact by claiming that "many fans" share it, unless you have a source to back up the claim.  Likewise, do not make claims about what the show's creative team thought or intended unless it was stated on the record (interviews, podcasts, and DVD commentary are good sources).  If you see a similarity between scenes or to another work, simply note it under "Background information and notes."

:'''Instead of:''' The split screen effect might be an homage to Brian DePalma, as he used the technique quite extensively.
:'''Write something like:''' The split screen effect has been used in many films, generally to show action occurring in two places at one time.  Director Stephen Hopkins stated in an interview that films using a split screen to show both ends of a phone call were the inspiration for using the technique on ''24''.