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Last edited by Marc Flemming on 02-17-2003 at 08:52 PM |
Fox should be quite pleased to have this production under their belt. Manufacturing love in spite of the overwhelming circumstances stacked to defeat the short-term success of two young "lovers" certainly allows Fox the title of "Corporate Cupid."
While the gift of one million dollars was a grand gesture - the cherry on top in the case of this couple, it stirred up a "game show"-esque quality reminiscent of other recent reality TV tendencies. If anything the added bonus at the end could be Fox's last little incentive to keep this couple together for the long term - a perfect ending to their fairy tale.
One thing is for certain, the show's ending wouldn't have nearly been the success that it was if Evan had chosen the alternative to Zora.
oh my god! I wasn't expecting the million dollars. And I agree- the icing on the cake... sort of the prize for accomplishing what you set out to do- find the diamond in the rough- and so Evan did... Zora is a diamond that shines brighter than the one Evan put on her finger. Bravo to both of them. Imagine how pretty thier kids will be if they got married!?! LOL
I cannot tell you how overjoyed I was when Evan chose Zora!!! I had been rooting for her from the first episode when the poor girl had no dress to wear (which she handled very gracefully, I might add). I instantly liked what I saw in her. She was very deep, mysterious and honest to a fault. Although she obviously suffered a tough life growing up, she didn't need the millions to be happy about being chosen. That was the greatest thing about her...her ability to forgive and see someone for who they really are...just as Evan looked beyond her insecurities and sometimes strong inability to trust in him.
The fact that they were rewarded with the million dollars sent a very strong message to the rest of the viewers, that your kindness and forgiveness can come back to you tenfold, although not usually in the form of money...it is truly a powerful and beautiful thing!!! I was literally sobbing when I saw that extra twist and the fact that they were both on the verge of tears meant they were truly falling in deep with each other. Being an incurable romantic myself, I couldn't resist the inner hope I felt that these two could really make it as a happily well-suited couple long after this last episode.
I had never watched Joe Millionaire before, but the commercials on FOX sucked me in enough to take a peek during commercial breaks on The Science Channel.
What a bunch of contrived scripted hooey!
And 'The Big Twist'...come on...I saw that coming a mile away and I've never even seen the show! It could not have been more obvious if they just came out and told you!
And now in reading these posts I have come to distressing realization of the level of inanity mainstream American has sunk to. No wonder I never watch network television anymore.
America is slowing sinking into a pit of mindless, dim-witted banality. How pathetic.
I've never been a fan of "reality programming", however, I did watch Joe Millionaire at the prompting of my friends. I am very happy with the outcome of this particular show. Despite the obvious manipulation of the "faery tale", I do think that given the candidates, Evan has made a good decision. I don't know if this will result in any sort of a long term relationship with Zora, but if it is possible, she's the girl most likely to succeed. It will be interesting to see next Monday's program to find out if they were able to maintain a relationship in the real world. Although Evan didn't strike me to be a materialistic guy, I think there could be an issue with Zora and her generosity and caring for others. I can see her quickly disposing of her share of the Million by giving it away to others she sees as being in more need than herself. Not necessarily a flaw, but could put stress on a new relationship if there was a difference of opinion. Time will tell! I will certainly be tuning in next week.
Junket, you are way off base. Allot of us reality viewers also watch Discovery, History Channel, Biography etc.. The learning channels so to speak. Why we might even hold a college degree or two!!!!!!!!! But once in awhile it's a fun break to just watch nonsense tv. To have a little fun discussing the shows with other people. Some silliness from time to time. To call us in your words " sinking into a pit of mindless, dim-witted banality" is pathetic on YOUR part. I feel sorry for you..
02-17-2003 08:31 PM
