ahw26 Posted December 19, 2005 Share Posted December 19, 2005 once again vince's hollywood crackpot writing team have crossed the line, when they ran an angle where former referee Tim White commited "suicide" in an attempt to hype HIAC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briskout Posted December 19, 2005 Share Posted December 19, 2005 Yeah I totally missed that and I was at the show LOL. I went and got popcorn. Best part about the show was my free chair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahw26 Posted December 19, 2005 Author Share Posted December 19, 2005 makes me wonder if they'll ever learn when the right time to stop is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Int. Champion. 101 Posted December 20, 2005 Share Posted December 20, 2005 WWE got slammed with Muhammed Hassan just with terrorism, but WWE definitely killed thier act with FCC I don't know, with a suicide? That's definitely crossing the line. Oh well, some new bookers may come if Vince wasn't happy with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. Boons Ghost Posted December 20, 2005 Share Posted December 20, 2005 Are you going to stop watching it, though? While this isn't directed at anyone in this thread, this sentiment of moral outrage from people that watch the show every darned week is nothing more than soap opera fans decrying the latest 'shocking development in their stories'. One of the more interesting aspects of modern fans is their continual complaining (and rightfully so) about the content of WWE programming. Is it their hope that someday McMahon will wake up and say, 'You know... maybe I should rethink this'? Sorry, but McMahon's morals reside within his ratings. For every reportedly tasteful Eddie Guerrero tribute, there has been a Katey Vick, a castration, and a pseudo-terrorist. If the general 'our fans are morons' treatment that the WWE has dished out for years hasn't made you ashamed to be a wrestling fan, than an off camera suicide shouldn't be that objectionable. It would be interesting to see what happens if all of the outraged fans actually, you know, stopped watching and supporting that steaming pile of tripe. As a non-fan looking in, it's hard for me to say who is worse: those that complain, yet watch the product - or those that defend suicide angles as 'entertainment'. If you like it, that's cool. It's all in the opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThrowTheBall Posted December 20, 2005 Share Posted December 20, 2005 I used to watch wrestling. Then something happened. Out of nowhere, I turned twelve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larry_boy_44 Posted December 20, 2005 Share Posted December 20, 2005 [QUOTE=ThrowTheBall]I used to watch wrestling. Then something happened. Out of nowhere, I turned twelve.[/QUOTE] dude, that's not cool... :no: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahw26 Posted December 20, 2005 Author Share Posted December 20, 2005 [QUOTE=ThrowTheBall]I used to watch wrestling. Then something happened. Out of nowhere, I turned twelve.[/QUOTE] if you dont like something then dont post in threads relating to that topic i dont like basketball or american football but i dont go into those threads and post why i dont like them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMAN Posted December 22, 2005 Share Posted December 22, 2005 Yeah, so why don't you go long so I can throw you your gay little football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quasar Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 [QUOTE=ThrowTheBall]I used to watch wrestling. Then something happened. Out of nowhere, I turned twelve.[/QUOTE] That was inappropriate. Go back under your bridge. Anyway, I agree with D Boon's Ghost, if you have a problem with a product, the best protest is to stop watching and stop spending money. I quit watching SmackDown long ago and crap like this isn't going to make me start back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Vibert Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 I stopped watching once they did the whole necrophilia angle several years ago, I had really started to get bored with the overacting and stupid angles (sad when you'd have a 2 hour show and maybe 4 matches) and that was the final straw, haven't watched since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooleyvol Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 I think the Melia/Batista storyline that's starting is a bit over the edge as well. I had to send my kids out of the room due to the talk of rape, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Int. Champion. 101 Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 Yeah, when I went on [url]www.wwe.com[/url] the day before Smackdown! I read the headline and went like, "Whaaaaaa?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahw26 Posted January 2, 2006 Author Share Posted January 2, 2006 [QUOTE=Cooleyvol]I think the Melia/Batista storyline that's starting is a bit over the edge as well. I had to send my kids out of the room due to the talk of rape, etc.[/QUOTE] it doesnt really make sense to sue for sexual harrasment when in real rape sitiuation the victim would press charges Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocStevens Posted January 5, 2006 Share Posted January 5, 2006 [QUOTE=D. Boon's Ghost]Are you going to stop watching it, though? While this isn't directed at anyone in this thread, this sentiment of moral outrage from people that watch the show every darned week is nothing more than soap opera fans decrying the latest 'shocking development in their stories'. One of the more interesting aspects of modern fans is their continual complaining (and rightfully so) about the content of WWE programming. Is it their hope that someday McMahon will wake up and say, 'You know... maybe I should rethink this'? Sorry, but McMahon's morals reside within his ratings. For every reportedly tasteful Eddie Guerrero tribute, there has been a Katey Vick, a castration, and a pseudo-terrorist. If the general 'our fans are morons' treatment that the WWE has dished out for years hasn't made you ashamed to be a wrestling fan, than an off camera suicide shouldn't be that objectionable. It would be interesting to see what happens if all of the outraged fans actually, you know, stopped watching and supporting that steaming pile of tripe. As a non-fan looking in, it's hard for me to say who is worse: those that complain, yet watch the product - or those that defend suicide angles as 'entertainment'. If you like it, that's cool. It's all in the opinion.[/QUOTE] Well said! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panix04 Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 I have to confess i have watched (and enjoyed) wwe since i was a kid, yes some of the angles are rubbish and yes i occasionally find the odd one distasteful (such as the recent JR operation angle) buti enjoy storylines as well as wrestling i just wish i was on the writing team because they seem shot of original ideas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Boogeyfan Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Tim White had real loaded bullets in that gun and was going to hit a target ,but missed and hit his foot. [url]http://www.wwe.com/inside/news/010606timwhite[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Crazy Guy Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 [QUOTE=D. Boon's Ghost]Are you going to stop watching it, though? While this isn't directed at anyone in this thread, this sentiment of moral outrage from people that watch the show every darned week is nothing more than soap opera fans decrying the latest 'shocking development in their stories'. One of the more interesting aspects of modern fans is their continual complaining (and rightfully so) about the content of WWE programming. Is it their hope that someday McMahon will wake up and say, 'You know... maybe I should rethink this'? Sorry, but McMahon's morals reside within his ratings. For every reportedly tasteful Eddie Guerrero tribute, there has been a Katey Vick, a castration, and a pseudo-terrorist. If the general 'our fans are morons' treatment that the WWE has dished out for years hasn't made you ashamed to be a wrestling fan, than an off camera suicide shouldn't be that objectionable. It would be interesting to see what happens if all of the outraged fans actually, you know, stopped watching and supporting that steaming pile of tripe. As a non-fan looking in, it's hard for me to say who is worse: those that complain, yet watch the product - or those that defend suicide angles as 'entertainment'. If you like it, that's cool. It's all in the opinion.[/QUOTE] I recently stopped watching WWE(8 Months and watch it on occasion, Eddie Guerreros death, ect.) and I have to agree with you. I complained about it until I had enough "Just leave it" so I did. Your opinion is so correct, I think you should have an exclamation beside your name. D. Boon's Ghost! has some added touch to it. All in all, WWE has some horribly bad plan B's. He shot himself in the foot? Honestly, that's horrible. But I guess it's the only thing they have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cappyboy Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 You know, I'd ask where the E was staging these Tim White segments. But if they can come to a liturgically religious area like southeastern Virginia and stage the Paul Bearere "murder" at Scope without a peep from local community, I doubt that it really matters that much. And personally, I was so disappointed in the local religious community when they failed to react to the Bearer incident. One time their moral outrage would have been justified and they let it lie like they had no clue it even happened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nevermore Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 I just read what D. Boon said and it kinda struck a chord with me. I agree with just about everything you said but I don't see why people are complaining in the first place. I honestly believe that Vince is always trying (although not always succeeding) to make the most etertaing TV possible. I have always been of a liberal outlook and one could argue this is not always the best policy in the modern world, where we are all too often reminded how many potentially offensive mediums there are. However, I believe it is so important to remember that in both the USA's and the UK's constitution the fundamental principle of 'freedom of expression' is endorsed and encouraged. Any political principle, personal belief, religion or artform should be encouraged as long as it does not cause willful harm to others. Vince Mcmahon is merely expressing himself in what I consider an artform and it is doubtful that he aims to offend anyone; he just wants high viewing figures. No one can deny that he has worked tirelessy for his company for his entire life. Nevertheless, I would agree that his efforts are not always aimed at the betterment of the wrestling industry as a whole. For example, just last night I turned on the TV only to understand that the WWE was to run a sex angle between Edge and Lita. I personally cannot begin to understand what place this has in wrestling but the desicision as to what the WWE broadcasts is not mine. Vince's monopoly on wrestling was gained through his own hard work. So, in becoming the leading figure in the industry, he has earned himself the right to televise whatever he sees fit because there is very little competition. Therefore, the prerogative actually lies with the viewer. I think it comes down to a simple choice. Either continue to support the product or do not. To choose the first option means that Vince will continue with his current formula because he will suffer nothing through doing so. However, you have the option to not support Vince's product and in so doing will force him to make a change in order to keep his strong viewing figures and position. So, make your decision and others will support you. In conclusion to a ridiculously long post (remind me not to start another rant! :D ), because wrestling is a medium of entertainment, you only have to watch what is entertaining to you but don't criticise Vince just for broadcasting what he thinks will be entertaining. That is, after all, the best that he can do. Thank you for reading if you got this far (I wrote a bit - well quite a lot more-than originally planned). Quote The Raven Nevermore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Boogeyfan Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Did you see the video on WWE.com it says Tim White still can't get it right. The video shows Tim White hanging himself while being interviewed by Josh Mathews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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