08-08-2008, 09:31 AM
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| Opening Ceremony
Holy Holy Cow.
I know it's early, but is this being shown live in US?
Amazing.
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08-08-2008, 09:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Mr Epee  Holy Holy Cow.
I know it's early, but is this being shown live in US?
Amazing. | NBColympics.com says 6:30 here in KC | |
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08-08-2008, 09:47 AM
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| It's being shown live in Canada on CBC (8:00 am Eastern). High Def really makes an impression!!
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08-08-2008, 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by tdwg83 NBColympics.com says 6:30 here in KC | You may want to get some seat-belts installed on your sofa...
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08-08-2008, 10:00 AM
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| Can't wait to watch it later...
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08-08-2008, 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by DJ Apostrophe Can't wait to watch it later...
-w | Best ever..... not to be missed.
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08-08-2008, 10:48 AM
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| "Best ever" fannying around in stupid costumes??
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08-08-2008, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Alex_Paul "Best ever" fannying around in stupid costumes??
I can't wait | If you can't say something nice...
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08-08-2008, 11:30 AM
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| Sorry, I couldn't resist...
I just don't really see the point.
Come to think of it if you enjoyed it then what did you actually enjoy?
They always remind me of broadway shows so I guess if you like them then maybe the opening ceremonies could be fun.
That said, even if you enjoy the spectacle I am not sure how they are relevant in the context. Athletes that have slogged their guts out to become the height of physical perfection Vs lots of people dancing around in spandex and feathers...
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08-08-2008, 12:42 PM
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| A couple of nice mentions for fencing in the opening ceremony in the BBC commentary. Hungary and Italy's fencing history highlighted and a mention for Valentina Vezzali. Nice on-screen fact too about 107 of Italy's 494 medals coming from fencing. | |
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08-08-2008, 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Alex_Paul Sorry, I couldn't resist...
I just don't really see the point.
Come to think of it if you enjoyed it then what did you actually enjoy?
They always remind me of broadway shows so I guess if you like them then maybe the opening ceremonies could be fun.
That said, even if you enjoy the spectacle I am not sure how they are relevant in the context. Athletes that have slogged their guts out to become the height of physical perfection Vs lots of people dancing around in spandex and feathers...
To each their own. | I really don't know if I should try to reply, or just feel sorry for you.
Even if you don't appreciate pageantry and spectacle, I hope you can understand that the opening ceremony provides context and background that enhances the perception/reception of athletic performance.
The other side of the coin is the fantastic opportunity for cultural expression of the host country.
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I really hope everyone takes the time to tune in...
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08-08-2008, 02:04 PM
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| I'll probably watch it from 7:30 until 10:00 when the WS bouts start on the website, then the computer is getting attached to the TV and we'll be watching the actual competition.
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08-08-2008, 03:05 PM
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| ditto
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08-08-2008, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr Epee If you can't say something nice... |
Who are you, and what have you done with Mr. Epee? 
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08-08-2008, 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Inquartata Who are you, and what have you done with Mr. Epee? | and can the same be done with Inq?
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08-08-2008, 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by DJ Apostrophe I'll probably watch it from 7:30 until 10:00 when the WS bouts start on the website, then the computer is getting attached to the TV and we'll be watching the actual competition.
-w | Yep, thats my plan as well...
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08-08-2008, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Neinteen and can the same be done with Inq? | Not without the proper use of the Shift key. 
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08-08-2008, 05:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Inquartata Who are you, and what have you done with Mr. Epee? | It's the new, kinder gentler Mr. E. That's what happens when you move to Finland, get lots of fresh air, exercise and 20 hours of daylight.
No worries for those who miss the old Mr. E... I'm sure he'll return in 6 months when he's got 20 hours of darkness and green grass is a distant memory. 
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08-08-2008, 05:42 PM
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| But will he turn blue, like Zilverzmurfen?
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08-08-2008, 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by DJ Apostrophe I'll probably watch it from 7:30 until 10:00 when the WS bouts start on the website, then the computer is getting attached to the TV and we'll be watching the actual competition.
-w |
How do you attach the puter to the tv??
My hub the tech guy who moves all that stuff around is in Beijing and here I am in Portland. I can make pottery though...
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