What? Some Of The Olympic Opening Ceremony Was Faked? - Page 2
But let's face it. Style over substance is the name of the game any more. All the people tut-tutting at this so-called "revelation" were the same ones oohing and aahing on Friday night. It was a performance, an acting event, a drama unfolding for our viewing pleasure. There were actors there, playing parts. The Chinese have always been big on ceremony, no matter the thoughts and feelings of the individuals behind the pomp. It was put together by a movie director, for cryin' out loud. It stinks that the little singer didn't get her day in the spotlight, she should have been allowed to sing, but come on. What did people expect from China? What did people expect from anyone putting on such a huge production? Are these the same people who are surprised when they are told reality shows are scripted, or that "live" television sometimes uses pre-recorded spots?
For better or worse, the people who stage these spectaculars have created a monster in that the public now expects each one to be bigger and better than the last. Don't blame China for trying to live up to a standard that we created. Had they not thrown in a few special effects, the same people who are griping about the enhancements now would have been whining that the ceremony was dull and boring. Some people just aren't happy no matter what you do. And let's face it, we the viewing public have created this monster. Do we make media darlings out of the ugly swimmers or gymnasts or softball players?
If it were one of the sporting events, I might have been upset...but not at an obvious theatrical show. Take it for what it was...a spectacular viewing experience. Like nobody else who has ever put on a show has ever faked their way through it.
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