Hi Nym, good to know you enjoyed the movie, I was reluctant to go see it because I loved the books so much, I didn't want to be disappointed but since I know you loved them too and I know our tastes tend to be on the same wave length I think I will give the movie a chance. I have been disappointed so many times by the film versions of my favourite books that I am like a scolded cat when it comes to giving the screen versions a chance!
As for the rest of your reflections, I cannot agree more. I too sadly believe that the masses under the right circumstances and conditioning would come to like the gladiatorial feel of such games - after all the ancient Romans already did and I don't think human nature has changed and evolved much since then (if any!)
That's one of the reasons why I absolutely abhor reality tv - the thought of human beings willing to humiliate themselves in public for some perceived "fame" but even more the willingness of the viewing public to bestow said celebrity based on the appreciation of, in some cases, debasing displays makes me shudder and wish for a wormhole out of here on a daily basis! :(
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Date: 2012-05-28 08:52 pm (UTC)As for the rest of your reflections, I cannot agree more. I too sadly believe that the masses under the right circumstances and conditioning would come to like the gladiatorial feel of such games - after all the ancient Romans already did and I don't think human nature has changed and evolved much since then (if any!)
That's one of the reasons why I absolutely abhor reality tv - the thought of human beings willing to humiliate themselves in public for some perceived "fame" but even more the willingness of the viewing public to bestow said celebrity based on the appreciation of, in some cases, debasing displays makes me shudder and wish for a wormhole out of here on a daily basis! :(